array

/əˈreɪ/
verb
  1. To arrange or display things in an orderly or impressive way.
    • She arrayed her collection of seashells on the shelf by size and color.
    • The chef arrayed the dishes on the buffet table with great care.
    • The general arrayed his troops along the ridge before the battle.
  2. To dress or adorn someone in fine clothing.
    • He arrayed himself in a sharp suit for the job interview.
    • The children were arrayed in their best clothes for the ceremony.
    • The queen was arrayed in a gown of silk and pearls.
noun
  1. An impressive display or collection of things.
    • The store had a wide array of fresh fruits and vegetables.
    • She faced an array of challenges when starting her new job.
    • The museum displayed an array of ancient pottery.
  2. An ordered arrangement or sequence, especially of data or numbers.
    • The spreadsheet contains an array of sales figures for each month.
    • In programming, an array can store multiple values in a single variable.
    • The telescope captured an array of light data from distant stars.
  3. A large group of people or things, especially when arranged in an orderly way.
    • A vast array of soldiers stood at attention on the parade ground.
    • The wedding guests formed a colorful array in the garden.
    • An array of flags lined the main street for the festival.
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