emplace

/ɪmˈpleɪs/

Definitions

1. verb

to put or set (something) in place or position

“The construction crew will emplace the large stone in the foundation.”

2. verb

to station (troops) in a particular position

“The general decided to emplace the soldiers on the hill.”

3. verb

to put (a person) in a particular position or role

“The new manager will emplace John as the head of the marketing department.”

4. noun

a military operation to put troops or equipment in position

“The general planned the emplace of the artillery unit during the battle.”

Synonyms

  • place
  • set
  • station

Antonyms

  • displace
  • remove