modification
noun
mod·i·fi·ca·tion
ˌmä-də-fə-ˈkā-shən 
1
: the limiting of a statement : qualification
with some modifications this statement is true today—
J. B. Conant
J. B. Conant3
a
: the making of a limited change in something
making the exactly minimum degree of modification to her institutions necessary to fit them to new conditions—John Strachey
John Strachey
also
: the result of such a change
b
: a change in an organism caused by environmental factors
4
: a limitation or qualification (see qualification sense 1) of the meaning of a word by another word, by an affix, or by internal change
Examples of modification in a Sentence
The program can be used on all computers without modification.
They passed the law with only a few minor modifications.
The weather required some major modifications to our travel plans.
Recent Examples on the Web
Treatment options for gestational diabetes Treatment for gestational diabetes can range from behavioral modifications, such as diet modification and exercise, to medical management, including oral medications or insulin to control blood sugar, says Dr. Chelliah.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 18 Apr. 2025
For the last five years, veterinary and animal care staff at the zoo provided the gorilla with support such as medications, physical therapy, environmental modifications, and consultations with specialists.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2025
The Federal Trade Commission and the Justice Department, consulting with the White House and agencies, will then have 90 days to present a master list of regulations recommended for repeal or modification.
—Alden Abbott, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
The police brass scrambled to try to make the unit accessible, considering special bikes or modifications.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
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Sherri Gordon, Parents, 18 Apr. 2025
For the last five years, veterinary and animal care staff at the zoo provided the gorilla with support such as medications, physical therapy, environmental modifications, and consultations with specialists.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2025
The Federal Trade Commission and the Justice Department, consulting with the White House and agencies, will then have 90 days to present a master list of regulations recommended for repeal or modification.
—Alden Abbott, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
The police brass scrambled to try to make the unit accessible, considering special bikes or modifications.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
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“Modification.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/modification. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
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modification
noun
mod·i·fi·ca·tion
ˌmäd-ə-fə-ˈkā-shən
1
a
: the act of modifying
b
: the state of being modified
2
: the limiting of a statement : qualification
3
: the result of modifying : partial change
modification of plans
Medical Definition
modification
noun
mod·i·fi·ca·tion
ˌmäd-ə-fə-ˈkā-shən
1
: the act or result of modifying something
2
: a change in an organism that is not inherited and that is caused by the influence of its environment
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