deploy
Translation
to position, to arrange, to put into use
Examples
The army will deploy troops to the region.
The army will deploy troops to the region.
We need to deploy our resources effectively.
We need to deploy our resources effectively.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to move (soldiers or equipment) to a place where they can be used The army will deploy troops to the region.
((sth.)) to use (sth.) effectively We need to deploy our resources effectively.
Similar Words
Synonyms: position, station, post, implement; Antonyms: withdraw, recall, concentrate
Etymology
From Old French 'desployer', from Latin 'displicare' ('to unfold, scatter'), from 'dis-' ('un-') + 'plicare' ('to fold').
Memory Tips
Think of 'un-folding' ('dis-plicare') a map to see where to place your troops. You 'deploy' them.