Meaning of the word variation in English

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variation

US /ˌver.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

UK /ˌver.iˈeɪ.ʃən/

a change or difference in condition, amount, or level, typically within certain limits.

Example:

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There is a wide variation in prices for similar products.

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The temperature showed little variation throughout the day.

Synonym:

difference discrepancy divergence fluctuation change

a different or distinct form or version of something.

Example:

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This song is a jazz variation of a classical piece.

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The new model offers several color variations.

Synonym:

version form type kind variant

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