modification — the action of modifying something or the state of being modified; a change made to something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of modifying something or the state of being modified; a change made to something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌmɑːdɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/
Korean meaning: 수정, 변경; 개조, 개선
Korean pronunciation: 마디피**케이**션
Example Sentences
- The chef's modification to the pizza recipe was adding pineapple, which started a heated family debate.
- The car modification included racing stripes that made it go 0% faster but look 100% cooler.
- The building's modification plan requires approval from the city council.
modification
NOUN//ˌmɑːdɪfɪˈkeɪʃn//
the action of modifying something or the state of being modified; a change made to something
the action of modifying something or the state of being modified; a change made to something
The designer's modification of the product after customer feedback transformed it completely.
The modification of the system helped simplify the process and amplify efficiency.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'modificare' meaning 'to limit or reduce,' composed of 'modus' (measure, manner) and 'facere' (to make). The suffix '-tion' was added to create the noun form in English via Old French.
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📝Examples
“The chef's modification to the pizza recipe was adding pineapple, which started a heated family debate.”
“The car modification included racing stripes that made it go 0% faster but look 100% cooler.”
“The building's modification plan requires approval from the city council.”
“Environmental modifications can significantly impact wildlife behavior.”
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