dis·or·der 
/dɪsˈoɚdɚ/ noun
plural dis·or·ders /dɪsˈoɚdɚ/ noun 1 [noncount] : a confused or messy state : a lack of order or organization
▪ People who witnessed the tragedy describe a scene of disorder [=chaos] as rescuers tried to find survivors. ▪ The filing system was thrown into disorder [=was disrupted or upset] when the computer program malfunctioned. — often used with in ▪ His finances were in complete disorder. [=his finances were not organized] ▪ The clothes/papers were in (a state of) disorder. — opposite order 2 [noncount] : a state or situation in which there is a lot of noise, crime, violent behavior, etc.
▪ The mayor is concerned that a rally could create/cause public disorder. ▪ problems of crime and social disorder — opposite order 3 medical : a physical or mental condition that is not normal or healthy [count] ▪ A dermatologist treats disorders [=diseases] of the skin. ▪ an eating disorder ▪ a disorder of the blood = a blood disorder [noncount] ▪ Millions of people suffer from some form of personality/mental disorder.
▪ People who witnessed the tragedy describe a scene of disorder [=chaos] as rescuers tried to find survivors. ▪ The filing system was thrown into disorder [=was disrupted or upset] when the computer program malfunctioned. — often used with in ▪ His finances were in complete disorder. [=his finances were not organized] ▪ The clothes/papers were in (a state of) disorder. — opposite order
▪ The mayor is concerned that a rally could create/cause public disorder. ▪ problems of crime and social disorder — opposite order
