A different sequence of a gene (locus).
Something that is slightly different from a type or norm.
A variable that can hold any of various unrelated data types.
One of a set of words or other linguistic forms that conveys the same meaning or serves the same function.
Showing deviation or disagreement.
Showing variety, diverse.
Covariant and/or contravariant.
The modification of a hereditary trait.
Deviation from the mean orbit of a heavenly body.
The act of varying; a partial change in the form, position, state, or qualities of a thing.
The angular difference at the vessel between the direction of true north and magnetic north.
A related but distinct thing.
A line of play that differs from the original.
A technique where material is repeated with alterations to the melody, harmony, rhythm, timbre, texture, counterpoint or orchestration; but with some invariant characteristic, e.g. a ground bass.