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  • plural of order.
  • present tense form of order (3rd person singular).
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orders

British  
/ ˈɔːdəz /

plural noun

  1. short for holy orders

  2. ordained

  3. to become ordained

  4. short for major orders minor orders

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The plans include stronger protections for trees, clearer expectations for developers to retain hedgerows, and greater use of Tree Preservation Orders.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Orders for durable goods grew at a strong pace in April, a second consecutive monthly increase, the Commerce Department said Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Orders pop up simultaneously on hand-held devices carried by warehouse pickers and delivery drivers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Meanwhile, the government plans to strengthen and expand Parenting Orders, which can compel parents or guardians to address their child's behaviour, including attending counselling or guidance sessions, or face penalties such as fines.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Had switched off ignition and fuel before landing as per Pilot’s Notes and Standing Orders for forced landing, so all was quiet, a few creaks and groans but nothing else.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein

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