Modifications (en. Modifications)
/mɔdifikasjɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Change of an element or addition of details to a product, text, or project.
The modifications made to the document were approved by everyone.
Les modifications apportées au document ont été approuvées par tous.
Adjustment of a standard or rule.
Modifications to the environmental law are necessary.
Les modifications de la loi sur l'environnement sont nécessaires.
Adaptation or alteration of a method or technique.
This method requires some modifications to be more effective.
Cette méthode nécessite quelques modifications pour être plus efficace.
Etymology
From Latin 'modificatio', which means 'change' or 'adjustment'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
minor modifications
Minor changes.
modifications mineures
to make modifications
To make changes or adjustments.
faire des modifications
modifications to be made
Changes that need to be made.
modifications à apporter
structural modifications
Significant changes in the structure of something.
modifications structurelles
Related Words
modify
To adjust or change something.
modifier
version
Editing or variant of a document.
version
addition
Inclusion of a new part.
ajout
revision
Review and correction of a document.
révision
Slang Meanings
Modifications
We are going to make some modifications to the project before the presentation.
On va faire des modifs sur le projet avant la présentation.
Changes
We have some changes to make to the program.
On a des changements à faire sur le programme.