Definitions

1. noun

A thing that varies or differs from others in some respect.

“The new variant of the virus caused widespread concern among the public.”

2. noun

A form of a word that differs from others in some respect, especially in spelling or pronunciation.

“The variant of the word ‘colour’ is ‘color’ in American English.”

3. noun

A plant or animal that is distinct from others in some way, especially in terms of its appearance or characteristics.

“The gardener cultivated several variants of the rose bush.”

4. adjective

Differing from others in some respect.

“The variant design for the new product was well-received by the focus group.”

5. verb

To make something differ or vary in some respect.

“The artist variant of the original painting added a new twist to the scene.”