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Difference

DIH-fur-uhns

/ˈdɪfɜːrʌns/

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difference

Dictionary meaning

The quality of being unlike or dissimilar.

Examples

  • There are many differences between jazz and rock.
  • The difference in the student's performance is amazing.

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