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non·uni·form | \ ˌnän-ˈyü-nə-ˌfȯrm 
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\Definition of nonuniform
: not uniform: such as
a : marked by varied or changing appearance (as of surface, color, or pattern)
Hence, we don't see a smooth lenticular galactic disk, but an ill-defined, and nonuniform luminous celestial path—the galaxy called the Milky Way.— John Goss
b : not consistent in conduct, character, or effect : exhibiting variation, deviation, or unequal or dissimilar operation
… there had been little reason to be concerned about nonuniform laws … — The Toledo Blade (Ohio)
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nonuniformity \ ˌnän-ˌyü-nə-ˈfȯr-mə-tē \ noun
\ noun
… is principally a result of the nonuniformity both of mortgage terms and of underwriting requirements … — Andrew Kahr
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The first known use of nonuniform was in 1856
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