alter

/ˈɔltər/
noun
  1. A change or modification, especially a small one.
    • After the alter, the jacket fit much better.
    • The contract requires any alter to be approved in writing.
    • The designer made a few alters to the original sketch.
verb
  1. To change or make different, usually in a small or moderate way.
    • We had to alter our plans when the weather turned bad.
    • The tailor will alter the dress to fit you perfectly.
    • The new evidence could alter the outcome of the trial.
  2. To adjust or modify something to improve it or suit a new purpose.
    • The software allows you to alter the color of the background.
    • She altered the recipe by adding more garlic.
    • He altered his speech to make it easier for children to understand.
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