Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Range (-ed, -s)
range (-ed, -s), v. [Fr. rang, ranc, rank, supposed to be < OHG hrinc, ring.] (webplay: bounding, content, divisions, place).
- Arrange; organize; return to proper position.
- Vary; differ.
- Approach; verge on; pass near to.
- Flourish; thrive; spread; grow unrestrained; take root in an uncontrolled manner; [fig.] commandeer; conquer; take over; take control of.
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