modification

/ˌmɑdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun
  1. A small change or adjustment made to something to improve it or make it fit a new purpose.
    • The software modification fixed the bug and added a new feature.
    • The car needed a modification to the engine to run more efficiently.
    • She made a few modifications to the recipe to reduce the sugar.
  2. The act or process of changing something slightly.
    • Modification of the building plans took longer than expected.
    • Any modification to the contract must be approved by both parties.
    • The teacher allowed modification of the assignment for students with special needs.
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