nonuniform

adjective

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

… is principally a result of the nonuniformity both of mortgage terms and of underwriting requirements … — Andrew Kahr

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