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Definition transpose in British English

transpose verb

[transitive] verb
/trænsˈpəʊz/
1

to change the order or position of something

Example

Children often transpose letters when trying to spell unfamiliar words.

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prepend sort arrange
1.1

to change the key of a piece of music so that it can be performed using higher or lower notes

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accompany arrange articulation
2

to use an idea or method in a different situation from the one it was originally developed in

Synonyms and related words
repurpose go towards bring in
Definition transpose in British English