version
noun
ver·sion
| \ ˈvər-zhən
, -shən\
, -shən\
Definition of version
1a
: an account or description from a particular point of view especially as contrasted with another account
b
: an adaptation of a literary work
the movie version of the novel
c
: an arrangement of a musical composition
2
: a form or variant of a type or original
an experimental version of the airplane
3
: a translation from another language
especially
: a translation of the Bible or a part of it
4a
: a condition in which an organ and especially the uterus is turned from its normal position
b
: manual turning of a fetus in the uterus to aid delivery
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Other Words from version
versional
\ ˈvərzh-nəl
, ˈvərsh- ; ˈvər-zhə-nᵊl , -shə- \
adjective
, ˈvərsh- ; ˈvər-zhə-nᵊl , -shə- \
adjective
Synonyms for version
Synonyms
account, interpretation, performance, reading, rendition
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Examples of version in a Sentence
Let me tell you my version of what happened.
We heard two different versions of the story.
A new version of the word processing program should be available soon.
I have an older version of the software.
This new design is better than the first version.
A film version of the novel is being made.
the King James Version of the Bible
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Recent Examples on the Web
To celebrate National Ice Cream Sandwich Day on Aug. 2, a number of CREAM locations will sell mini versions of their ice cream sandwiches for a penny — while supplies last. — Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, "Deals: Ice cream sandwiches for a penny (Friday only)," 2 Aug. 2019 One whose golden medium-brown shade didn’t exist in the old line immediately found a perfect match; the other hadn’t been a fan of the OG — the formula didn’t blend well over her very dry skin — but warmed off the bat to this more hydrating version. — Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, "Laura Mercier Reformulated Its Beloved Tinted Moisturizer, and I'm Not Mad," 2 Aug. 2019 There's plenty of intrigue surrounding this version of the Wolverines, as U-M strives to establish itself in the post-Urban Meyer era of the Big Ten. — Orion Sang, Detroit Free Press, "Michigan football opens preseason camp: Storylines to watch," 2 Aug. 2019 Now, there are technically two versions available from Marks & Spencer: the classic, and a more modern style. — Katherine J. Igoe, Marie Claire, "A Replica of Kate Middleton's Engagement Ring Is Now Available for Less Than $35," 2 Aug. 2019 But then, a record executive from another label, Jason Flom, heard Ford's original version and saw her potential. — Christopher Rosa, Glamour, "Willa Ford: From 'I Wanna Be Bad' to Scott Disick's Interior Designer," 2 Aug. 2019 One of the world’s largest hotel companies is doing away with a tiny perk: miniature versions of shampoo, conditioner and other bathroom products. — Hannah Sampson | The Washington Post, oregonlive.com, "Major hotel chain will stop stocking mini-shampoos and other single-use toiletries to reduce plastic waste," 2 Aug. 2019 Merrell Work Moab 2 Based on Merrell’s popular hiking boot, this version has a waterproof upper and composite toe protection that meets ASTM F2413-11 I/75 C/75 standards. — Popular Mechanics Editors, Popular Mechanics, "The 10 Best Work Boots for Any Type of Job," 2 Aug. 2019 While target share should dip year-over-year, the upgrade to Drew Brees and the Saints from last year's version of Oakland's offense could offset some of that dip. — Kevin Hanson, SI.com, "Fantasy Football 2019: Tight End Rankings and Auction Prices," 1 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'version.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for version
version
noun
English Language Learners Definition of version
: a story or description that is different in some way from another person's story or description
: a form of something (such as a product) that is different in some way from other forms
: a particular translation of the Bible
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version
noun
ver·sion
| \ ˈvər-zhən
\
\
Kids Definition of version
1
: an account or description from a certain point of view
The jury heard several different versions of the incident.
2
: a translation especially of the Bible
3
: a form of a type or original
Esperanza's grandmother … was a smaller, older, more wrinkled version of Mama.— Pam Muñoz Ryan, Esperanza Rising
version
noun
ver·sion
| \ ˈvər-zhən
, -shən
\
, -shən
\
Medical Definition of version
1
: a condition in which an organ and especially the uterus is turned from its normal position
2
: manual turning of a fetus in the uterus to aid delivery
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