phasedalteration
nounUK /feɪzd ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/
US /feɪzd ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/
A change that happens in small steps over time.
The phased alteration of the playground added new swings first, then a slide.
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2. A planned change made in stages so people can get used to it.
The phased alteration of the school schedule gave students time to adjust.
3. A series of small edits made to a document over several weeks.
The phased alteration of the rules was reviewed at each meeting.
4. A slow change in a machine or system done one part at a time.
The phased alteration of the factory line kept production running.