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variant
/vaʁjɑ̃/
a different form or version of something
Il existe plusieurs variantes de ce médicament.
There are several variants of this medication.
general
a form or version of something that differs in some way from other forms of the same thing
Cette variante du logiciel est plus stable.
This variant of the software is more stable.
Can refer to biological, linguistic, or technological variations.
Medicine
technical
in genetics, a version of a gene that differs from the standard form
Les variants génétiques peuvent influencer la réponse au traitement.
Genetic variants can influence the response to treatment.
Often used in discussions about genetic mutations or differences.
Collocations
une variante dea variant ofvariante génétiquegenetic variant
Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Variant' is commonly used in contexts where differences or modifications are highlighted, such as in software versions or genetic studies.
Word Origin
From Latin 'varians', present participle of 'variare' (to vary).
Usage Notes
In French, 'variant' is often used in scientific and technical contexts, particularly in biology and technology.
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