Disarray

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /dɪsəˈɹeɪ/
• Rhymes: -eɪ

Origin

From Middle English disareyen ("to disarray"), from Middle French desarroyer, from Old French desareer, from des- 'dis-' + areer 'to array'

Full definition of disarray

Verb

1. (transitive) To throw into disorder; to break the array of.
• FentonWho with fiery steeds
  Oft disarrayed the foes in battle ranged.
2. (transitive) To take off the dress of; to unrobe.
• SpenserSo, as she bade, the witch they disarrayed.

Antonyms

• array

Noun

1. Want of array or regular order; disorder; confusion.
• 2012, April 15, Phil McNulty, Tottenham 1-5 Chelsea, Tottenham pushed forward in an attempt to complete the recovery - but only succeeded in leaving themselves wide open to Chelsea's attacks and Redknapp's side ended in total disarray.
2. Confused attire; undress; dishabille.

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