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transposition

noun

/ˌtrænspəˈzɪʃən/

Meaning

the act of changing the order or position of something

The transposition of digits caused an error in the calculation.

rearrangement, exchange, shift, inversion, switch

fixation, preservation

transposition error, musical transposition, transposition of numbers

A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.

a chemical substance used to kill harmful microorganisms on surfaces

Cleverness or skill in using the hands or mind; expertness in performance or execution.

an electronic device for storing and processing data

the quality of being reserved or unwilling to speak freely

The damage to the topsoil due to wind, water or agricultural activities.