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1. 修改；改变[U][C]
   The plan requires some modifications.

   这个计划需作些修改。

2. 缓和；减轻[U]
   With the modification of his anger he could think clearly again.

   他的怒气渐消，又能清晰地思考了。

3. 修改后的形式，变型[C][S1][（+of）]
   The law passed by Congress was a modification of the original bill.

   国会通过的那项法律是原议案的修正稿。

4. 【语】修饰；变异[U][C]

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