configure
UK: kənˈfɪɡə | US: kənˈfɪɡjər
vt. to arrange or set up systematically
vt. to adapt or design for a specific purpose (e.g., software/hardware)
vt. to shape or structure components into a functional whole
configure = con<together> + figure<shape/form>
- con<together>: From Latin cum, meaning "with" or "together."
- figure<shape/form>: From Latin figura, meaning "form, shape, or structure."
Etymology Origin:
The word configure traces back to Latin configurare (to mold or shape together), combining con- (intensifying collaboration) and figura (form). It originally described physical arrangement but evolved in computing to denote system setup, reflecting the logic of assembling parts into a functional whole.
Engineers must configure the network settings for optimal performance.
The software allows users to configure their dashboard layout.
The team configured the experiment to test the new hypothesis.
She quickly configured the app to sync with her calendar.
The system is pre-configured for ease of installation.