In computer programming, a method of defining a matrix by naming the elements one column at a time, as opposed to row order: The computer technician installed a new column order to facilitate the creation of textual content.

A "matrix" in this context is an array of symbols arranged in rows and columns.

The physical domination of some members of a group by other members, in relatively orderly and long-lasting patterns: Except for the highest-ranking and lowest-ranking individuals, a given member will dominate one or more of its companions and be dominated in turn by one or more of the others in the system of dominance hierarchy.

The hierarchy is initiated and sustained by hostile behavior, albeit sometimes of a subtle and indirect nature.