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aberration

IPA pronunciation: /ˌæb.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

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Russian meaning

Отклонение от нормы

English definition

A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome.

Example

Such extreme scores were an aberration caused by network latency.

Collocations

statistical aberration
temporary aberration
mental aberration

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