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modification

The correct spelling is modification.

How to pronounce modification

/ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun

IPA: /ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Say it like: Mod-ifi-cas-hon

The correct spelling is modification. The form of existence belonging to a particular object, entity etc.; a mode of being. For example: "Jim's modification to the radio's tuning resulted in clearer sound."

Usage Examples

Jim's modification to the radio's tuning resulted in clearer sound.

Due to his sunbathing, Jim's body experienced modifications: he got a tan.

The Chinese word "kòu tóu" had a modification made to become the English "kowtow".

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The form of existence belonging to a particular object, entity etc.; a mode of being.
  2. 2.The change undergone by a word when used in a construction (for instance am => 'm in I'm)
  3. 3.The result of modifying something; a new or changed form.
  4. 4.The act of making a change to something while keeping its essential character intact; an alteration or adjustment.
  5. 5.A change to an organism as a result of its environment that is not transmissable to offspring.

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