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Definition alteration in British English
alteration
noun
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noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃ(ə)n/
1
a change in the appearance or form of something
Example
The editor made a few minor alterations to the text.
1.1
the process of making a change in the appearance or form of something
Example
Reconstruction or alteration of the flat without the landlord's permission is forbidden.
Synonyms and related words
Example
I'm having some alterations made to the dress.
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