No. 2,194 in French

dispositions

Arrangements, tendencies, or measures.

In a sentence

Les dispositions légales régissent le contrat.
The legal provisions govern the contract.
In this sentence, 'dispositions' refers to legal rulings or arrangements that are enforceable aspects defined by law.
Elle a montré une grande disposition pour le dessin.
She has shown a great aptitude for drawing.
Here, 'disposition' is used to describe someone's specific ability or aptitude for a certain activity.
Ils prennent leurs dispositions pour le voyage.
They are making their arrangements for the trip.
In this context, 'dispositions' refers to the preparations or arrangements made for an event or situation.

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