Meaning of the word permutation in English

What does permutation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

permutation

US /ˌpɝː.mjuːˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌpɜː.mjuːˈteɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

a way, especially one of several possible variations, in which a set or number of things can be ordered or arranged.

Example:
There are 24 possible permutations of the four letters A, B, C, and D.
The chef experimented with different permutations of ingredients for the new dish.