sequence

Definition

A set of things next to each other in a set order; a series.

Etymology

From Middle English sequence, from Old French sequence (“a sequence of cards, answering verses”), from Late Latin sequentia (“a following”), from Latin sequēns (“following”), from sequī (“to follow”); see sequent.

Example Sentences

• "An alphabet follows a sequence."
• "The risks involved in changing the DNA sequence is higher."
• "Complete the listed tasks in sequence."