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noun · C1Alteration
orlt-uh-RAYSHUN/ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃn/
An alteration is a change made to something: an alteration to the timetable, minor alterations. Alter is the verb. Change is the everyday noun; alteration often sounds more official or physical (clothes alterations). Alternative is a different option — extra n.
Meaning
A change made to something (an alteration to).
Examples
- “They made a small alteration to the timetable.”
- “Any alteration to the contract needs both signatures.”
- “The dress needed only a small alteration at the waist.”
Good to know
an alteration to + noun. Verb: alter. Mix-up: alternative (a choice).
Near in meaning
change
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