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Variation

ˌvɛːriˈeɪʃn

Variation definitions
noun
variation variations
  1. a change or slight difference in condition, amount, or level, typically within certain limits

    "regional variations in house prices"

    • a deviation of a celestial body from its mean orbit or motion
    • a change in the value of a function due to small changes in the values of its argument or arguments
    • the angular difference between true north and magnetic north at a particular place
    • the occurrence of an organism in more than one distinct colour or form
  2. a different or distinct form or version of something

    "hurling is an Irish variation of hockey"

    variant form alternative alternative form other form different form derived form development adaptation alteration modification revision revised version
    • a version of a theme, modified in melody, rhythm, harmony, or ornamentation, so as to present it in a new but still recognizable form

      "Elgar's Enigma Variations"

    • a solo dance as part of a performance

      "he makes the preparation for his variation with utmost care and accuracy"