version

noun

ˈvər-zhən How to pronounce version (audio)
Definition of versionnext
as in interpretation
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view a very Freudian version of the ballet "The Nutcracker"

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Recent Examples of version The Brazilian Portuguese version is slated to debut sometime in 2027; the cast has yet to be announced. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 22 July 2026 While playing a teenaged version of Anthony Bourdain in the new film Tony, Dominic Sessa is meant to appear out of his depth. — Ok McCausland, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 July 2026 This helps the Ultra 2 catch up to Apple’s Ultra smartwatch series, which has had the same diving certification since the first version. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026 The German version will follow on February 9, 2027, while the cast and 2027 release date for the Brazilian Portuguese version has yet to be unveiled. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for version
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  1. interpretation
  2. rendition
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  • The company managed to drastically ramp up its production process and produce all 200 hours of interpretations in a span of two months.
    — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 20 July 2026
  • Similarly, Germany's goal versus Paraguay was overturned by VAR's interpretation of an obstruction rule, sparking debate over human judgment rather than factual data.
    — Renana Ashkenazi, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of interpretation
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  • Seeing different renditions of the show is extra special for the entertainer.
    — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026
  • On my visit, a crisp Sauvignon Blanc paired with a Beatles rendition was the perfect end to the day.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 July 2026
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“Version.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/version. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

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