position: meaning and definitions

A place or location.

The right or appropriate place: The bands are in position for the parade's start.

A strategic area occupied by members of a force: The troops took up positions along the river.

The way in which something is placed: the position of the clock's hands.

The arrangement of body parts; posture: a standing position.

An advantageous place or location: jockeys maneuvering for position.

A situation as it relates to the surrounding circumstances: in a position to bargain.

A point of view or attitude on a certain question: the mayor's position on taxes.

Social standing or status; rank.

A post of employment; a job.

Sports The area for which a particular player is responsible.

The arrangement of the pieces or cards at any particular time in a game such as chess, checkers, or bridge.

The act or process of positing.

A principle or proposition posited.

A commitment to buy or sell a given amount of securities or commodities.

The amount of securities or commodities held by a person, firm, or institution.

The ownership status of a person's or institution's investments.

To put in place or position.

To determine the position of; locate.