position

1 of 2

noun

po·si·tion pə-ˈzi-shən How to pronounce position (audio)

: an act of placing or arranging: such as

: the laying down of a proposition or thesis

: an arranging in order

: a point of view adopted and held to

made my position on the issue clear

: the point or area occupied by a physical object : location

took her position at the head of the line

: a certain arrangement of bodily parts

rose to a standing position

: a market commitment in securities or commodities

also : the inventory of a market trader

: relative place, situation, or standing

is now in a position to make decisions on his own

: social or official rank or status

: an employment for which one has been hired : job

a position with a brokerage firm

: a situation that confers advantage or preference

position

2 of 2

verb

positioned; positioning pə-ˈzi-sh(ə-)niŋ How to pronounce position (audio)

transitive verb

: to put in a certain position

positioned the chairs around the room

positioned the company in the global market

Example Sentences

Noun From this position, you can see all of New York City's skyline. Actors, please assume your positions. The show is about to begin. The child fell asleep in a sitting position. I was in an uncomfortable position and had to move. I was uncomfortable, so I shifted position. Return your seat to an upright position for landing. Verb He positioned the chairs around the table. The company is positioning itself to take advantage of a new market. The shortstop was positioned well to make the play. She positioned herself by the door. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Here’s how columnist Mike Preston graded out the Ravens at each position after a stunning 42-38 loss to the Miami Dolphins in Sunday’s home opener at M&T Bank Stadium.

Ryan Mcfadden, Baltimore Sun, 19 Sep. 2022 And the more the BYU linebacker watched the film of Baylor running for 303 yards on a helpless defense, the more Pili started to buy into Tuiaki’s plan for this season: Change nothing in the scheme, get bigger at each position.

Kevin Reynolds, The Salt Lake Tribune, 17 Sep. 2022 The Tigers sure could use a steadying presence at the most important position on the field.

Tom Green | Tgreen@al.com, al, 16 Sep. 2022 Enter Getsy, who spent his previous three seasons as the quarterbacks coach for Aaron Rodgers, the player whose brilliance on the field has deepened the wound of the Bears’ ineptitude at the position.

Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 16 Sep. 2022 Though each — along with Caleb Burton, who’s yet to lose his — will have to spend their freshman season developing behind the scenes with plenty of depth in front of them at the position.

Stephen Means, cleveland, 15 Sep. 2022 More importantly, Tannehill ran for 11 touchdowns in his two years with Smith and only Jalen Hurts outgained Mariota on the ground at the QB position in the opener.

Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 With a lack of veteran depth at the position, Rodgers will need to stay patient with his rookie receivers early this season.

Ryan Wood, USA TODAY, 12 Sep. 2022 Jaren Hall returns at quarterback and is one of the better players at that position Oregon will face this season.

James Crepea | The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 12 Sep. 2022

Verb

The new shift rule would require infielders to position themselves within the outer boundary of the infield dirt, with two fielders on each side of second base.

Tim Brown, WSJ, 8 Sep. 2022 All political regimes need their critics to mark the margins, so that the leader can position himself at the imaginary center.

Masha Gessen, The New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2022 Companies need professionals who offer skills that positively affect ROI and position them as differentiators.

Sara Payan, Rolling Stone, 8 Aug. 2022 They're seasoned, have lived through market cycles, and their deep relations with families—often representing three or more generations—position them among the best wealth management has ever seen.

R.j. Shook, Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 He was drawn to AMC Networks by the company’s clear vision for how to position itself as a smaller player in a land of giants.

Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 22 July 2022 Singapore’s government has argued that a flourishing crypto market will burnish the city-state’s reputation as a financial hub and position it a fintech leader.

Grady Mcgregor, Fortune, 16 July 2022 At his introductory news conference Monday, Gareth Bale explained how playing for LAFC could position him to represent Wales again at Euro 2024.

Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2022 One commenter imagined bad actors who register to run for office, become exempt from spam filters, and position themselves to scam unsuspecting users who trust Google to filter out malicious content.

Ashley Belanger, Ars Technica, 12 July 2022 See More

Kids Definition

position 1 of 2

noun

po·si·tion pə-ˈzi-shən How to pronounce position (audio)

: the way in which something or someone is placed or arranged

The seat is in the upright position.

: a way of looking at or considering things

What's your position on the issue?

: the place where a person or thing is or should be

They took their positions on stage.

: the situation that someone or something is in

Your request puts me in an awkward position.

: the rank or role a person has in an organization or in society She rose to a position of leadership.

: job sense 1

position

2 of 2

verb

positioned; positioning

: to put in a particular place or arrangement

He positioned the helmet on his head.

单词	positions
释义	position 1 of 2 noun po·si·tion pə-ˈzi-shən 1 : an act of placing or arranging: such as a : the laying down of a proposition or thesis b : an arranging in order 2 : a point of view adopted and held to made my position on the issue clear 3 a : the point or area occupied by a physical object : location took her position at the head of the line b : a certain arrangement of bodily parts rose to a standing position 4 : a market commitment in securities or commodities also : the inventory of a market trader 5 a : relative place, situation, or standing is now in a position to make decisions on his own b : social or official rank or status c : an employment for which one has been hired : job a position with a brokerage firm d : a situation that confers advantage or preference position 2 of 2 verb positioned; positioning pə-ˈzi-sh(ə-)niŋ transitive verb : to put in a certain position positioned the chairs around the room positioned the company in the global market Synonyms Noun appointment berth billet capacity connection function job place post situation Verb depose deposit dispose emplace fix lay place put set set up situate stick See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun From this position, you can see all of New York City's skyline. Actors, please assume your positions. The show is about to begin. The child fell asleep in a sitting position. I was in an uncomfortable position and had to move. I was uncomfortable, so I shifted position. Return your seat to an upright position for landing. Verb He positioned the chairs around the table. The company is positioning itself to take advantage of a new market. The shortstop was positioned well to make the play. She positioned herself by the door. See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun Here’s how columnist Mike Preston graded out the Ravens at each position after a stunning 42-38 loss to the Miami Dolphins in Sunday’s home opener at M&T Bank Stadium. Ryan Mcfadden, Baltimore Sun, 19 Sep. 2022 And the more the BYU linebacker watched the film of Baylor running for 303 yards on a helpless defense, the more Pili started to buy into Tuiaki’s plan for this season: Change nothing in the scheme, get bigger at each position. Kevin Reynolds, The Salt Lake Tribune, 17 Sep. 2022 The Tigers sure could use a steadying presence at the most important position on the field. Tom Green \| Tgreen@al.com, al, 16 Sep. 2022 Enter Getsy, who spent his previous three seasons as the quarterbacks coach for Aaron Rodgers, the player whose brilliance on the field has deepened the wound of the Bears’ ineptitude at the position. Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 16 Sep. 2022 Though each — along with Caleb Burton, who’s yet to lose his — will have to spend their freshman season developing behind the scenes with plenty of depth in front of them at the position. Stephen Means, cleveland, 15 Sep. 2022 More importantly, Tannehill ran for 11 touchdowns in his two years with Smith and only Jalen Hurts outgained Mariota on the ground at the QB position in the opener. Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 With a lack of veteran depth at the position, Rodgers will need to stay patient with his rookie receivers early this season. Ryan Wood, USA TODAY, 12 Sep. 2022 Jaren Hall returns at quarterback and is one of the better players at that position Oregon will face this season. James Crepea \| The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 12 Sep. 2022 Verb The new shift rule would require infielders to position themselves within the outer boundary of the infield dirt, with two fielders on each side of second base. Tim Brown, WSJ, 8 Sep. 2022 All political regimes need their critics to mark the margins, so that the leader can position himself at the imaginary center. Masha Gessen, The New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2022 Companies need professionals who offer skills that positively affect ROI and position them as differentiators. Sara Payan, Rolling Stone, 8 Aug. 2022 They're seasoned, have lived through market cycles, and their deep relations with families—often representing three or more generations—position them among the best wealth management has ever seen. R.j. Shook, Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 He was drawn to AMC Networks by the company’s clear vision for how to position itself as a smaller player in a land of giants. Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 22 July 2022 Singapore’s government has argued that a flourishing crypto market will burnish the city-state’s reputation as a financial hub and position it a fintech leader. Grady Mcgregor, Fortune, 16 July 2022 At his introductory news conference Monday, Gareth Bale explained how playing for LAFC could position him to represent Wales again at Euro 2024. Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2022 One commenter imagined bad actors who register to run for office, become exempt from spam filters, and position themselves to scam unsuspecting users who trust Google to filter out malicious content. Ashley Belanger, Ars Technica, 12 July 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun Middle English posycion, from Anglo-French posicioun, from Latin position-, positio, from ponere to lay down, put, place, from Old Latin posinere, from po-* away (akin to Old Church Slavonic po-, perfective prefix, Greek apo away) + Latin sinere to leave — more at of First Known Use Noun 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Verb 1817, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing position in a position of authority fetal position in no position to standard position position paper position of trust position of strength plan position indicator missionary position in a compromising position jockey for position pole position position effect lotus position See More in a position of authority fetal position in no position to standard position position paper position of trust position of strength plan position indicator missionary position in a compromising position jockey for position pole position position effect lotus position See More Kids Definition position 1 of 2 noun po·si·tion pə-ˈzi-shən 1 : the way in which something or someone is placed or arranged The seat is in the upright position. 2 : a way of looking at or considering things What's your position on the issue? 3 : the place where a person or thing is or should be They took their positions on stage. 4 : the situation that someone or something is in Your request puts me in an awkward position. 5 : the rank or role a person has in an organization or in society She rose to a position of leadership. 6 : job sense 1 position 2 of 2 verb positioned; positioning : to put in a particular place or arrangement He positioned the helmet on his head. Medical Definition position 1 of 2 noun po·si·tion pə-ˈzish-ən : a particular arrangement or location specifically : an arrangement of the parts of the body considered particularly desirable for some medical or surgical procedure knee-chest position the prone position position 2 of 2 transitive verb : to put in proper position positions 1 of 2 noun plural of position 1 as in jobs an assignment at which one regularly works for pay he holds the position of manager at the store Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance jobs places situations posts capacities appointments employments functions connections berths billets offices spots employs professions occupations duties postings careers works vocations tasks callings pursuits services businesses trades practices missions gigs engagements livings livelihoods rackets lines practises lifeworks Antonyms & Near Antonyms avocations unemployments 2 as in roles the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists man's position in the universe Synonyms & Similar Words roles jobs purposes tasks functions works parts places capacities missions businesses rôles hands duties situations offices activities concerns occupations responsibilities vocations affairs involvements services participations assignments posts pursuits niches callings uses commissions employs charges 3 as in locations the area or space occupied by or intended for something I knew that someone had been in the room because the chair was out of its usual position Synonyms & Similar Words locations venues places sites spots localities loci points locales scenes emplacements regions sections sectors precincts wheres theres heres 4 as in stations the place where someone is assigned to stand or remain the soldiers were commanded to hold their position on the hill at all costs Synonyms & Similar Words stations quarters jobs posts operations assignments details businesses charges briefs 5 as in levels the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement holds the lead position in the standings Synonyms & Similar Words levels ranks places rankings echelons situations degrees stations standings strata statuses conditions functions rungs reaches footings capacities orders ratings walks estates positions 2 of 2 verb present tense third-person singular of position as in places to arrange something in a certain spot or position positioned the chairs around the room Synonyms & Similar Words places situates puts deposits locates sticks sets parks emplaces shifts plants lays fixes disposes sets up moves deposes niches locks ranks planks reorders rearranges berths orients wedges anchors claps arrays flops slaps establishes affixes queues assembles plumps lodges plunks down plunks plops sets down lays out carries collects ensconces plonks lines up settles Antonyms & Near Antonyms takes removes relocates replaces displaces supersedes supplants dislodges banishes See More
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