positions

po-si-tions · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Particular places or locations where someone or something is situated.

  2. 2.

    Jobs or posts of employment, especially in an organization.

  3. 3.

    Ways in which someone or something is placed or arranged.

  4. 4.

    Points of view, opinions, or stances on particular matters.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    jockey for position — compete for advantage or superiority
  • •
    take up positions — move into designated places, especially before an action

Related words

See also: location, position, role, stance
Synonyms: locations, places, posts, spots, stances

Etymology

From Latin positio ("a placing, position"), from the past participle stem of ponere ("to put, place"). The plural form with -s follows standard English pluralization.