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Variant Spelling

Definition: A variant spelling refers to an alternate spelling of a word that is different from the standard or widely recognized spelling.

Examples:

1. Noun:

Her name, Katherine, was often seen as a variant spelling of Catherine.

2. Adjective:

The variant spelling of "color" as "colour" is commonly used in British English.

3. Adverb:

He typed "alright" as a variant spelling instead of the standard "all right".

4. Verb:

The author intentionally chose to "realize" with a "z" as a variant spelling, giving the dialogue a unique character.

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