In-order Definition

adjective

(computing theory) Alternative spelling of inorder.

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In a sequence.

Place the cards in order by color, then by number.
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Ready, prepared; orderly; tidy.

I wish I could get my desk in order.
His material is in order for the presentation.
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(idiomatic) In accordance with the procedural rules governing formal meetings of a deliberative body.
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(idiomatic) Appropriate, worthwhile.

Now that we have finally finished, I think a celebration is in order.
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adverb

(not comparable, idiomatic, with to) Emphasizes that what follows immediately is the purpose of the preceding or the beyond.

She stood in order to see over the crowd. / She stood to see over the crowd.
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(not comparable, idiomatic, US, with "for") Emphasizes that what follows immediately is the purpose of the preceding or the beyond.
She stood in order for her husband to see her. / She stood for her husband to see her.
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(comparable) In sequence.
They sang in order, ending with a basso profundo.
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In-order Sentence Examples

  • Apologies are in order all around.

  • Although planned in the shape of a cross, with a square and tower in the middle, the arms of the cross are not straight, the constructor holding the ingenious opinion that, in order to prevent little towns from being taken in at a glance, their streets should be crooked.

  • It was therefore natural that Haggai and Zechariah should urge the speedy building of the temple, in order that the great king might be fittingly received.

  • The system is economical in fuel, but needs skilled attendance to keep the appliances and fittings in order.

  • Instinctively her fingers affirmed her hair was in order for the mug shot.

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Words Starting With

IIN

Words Ending With

RERDER

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Words Starting With I and Ending With R

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8 Letter Words8 Letter Words Starting With I8 Letter Words Ending With R