Meaning of the word variegated in English

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variegated

US /ˈver.i.ə.ɡeɪ.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˈveə.rɪ.ɡeɪ.tɪd/

Adjective

1.

having irregular patches of different colors or shades

Example:
The garden was full of variegated flowers.
She wore a dress with a variegated pattern.
2.

characterized by variety; diverse

Example:
The book offers a variegated collection of essays.
The city has a variegated cultural landscape.
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