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amendment
noun amend·ment \ə-ˈmen(d)-mənt\
: a change in the words or meaning of a law or document (such as a constitution)
: the act or process of changing the words or meaning of a law or document : the act or process of amending something
Full Definition of AMENDMENT
1
: the act of amending : correction
2
: a material (as compost or sand) that aids plant growth indirectly by improving the condition of the soil
3
a : the process of amending by parliamentary or constitutional procedure b : an alteration proposed or effected by this process <a constitutional amendment>
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First Known Use of AMENDMENT
13th century
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- correction, emendation
AMENDMENT Defined for Kids
amendment
noun amend·ment \ə-ˈmend-mənt\
Definition of AMENDMENT for Kids
: a change in wording or meaning especially in a law, bill, or motion
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