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From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) (web1913)
Modify \Mod"i*fy\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Modified}; p. pr. & vb.
n. {Modifying}.] [F. modifier, L. modificare, modificari;
modus limit + -ficare (in comp.) to make. See {Mode}, and
{-fy}.]
1. To change somewhat the form or qualities of; to alter
somewhat; as, to modify a contrivance adapted to some
mechanical purpose; to modify the terms of a contract.
2. To limit or reduce in extent or degree; to moderate; to
qualify; to lower.
Of his grace He modifies his first severe decree.
--Dryden.
From WordNet (r) 1.7 (wn)
modified
adj 1: changed in form or character; "their modified stand made the
issue more acceptable"; "the performance of the
modified aircraft was much improved" [ant: {unmodified}]
2: mediocre [syn: {limited}]
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