WorldAugust 15, 2026
ordinate
OR-di-nayt
Definition
To organize, arrange, or place in a specific order or position; in this context, it refers to the systematic organization of a handover process.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'ordinatus,' the past participle of 'ordinare,' meaning to set in order or arrange. It traces back to the noun 'ordo,' meaning a row, rank, or series.
In the news
The article uses the root word 'co-ordinate' to describe Qatar's attempt to organize the official transfer of a pilot's remains back to Iran. It highlights the diplomatic friction between the two nations regarding their handling of the search and rescue operations.
Qatar denies capturing three Iranian pilots after downing fighter jets
Read the full article ↗BBC