version

One form of something that also exists in other forms.

• I prefer the shorter version.
• They made a cheaper version of the chair.
• Have you heard her version of that song?

How to use it: version of something (This is a simpler version of the original recipe.)

Similar words: variation, form

Common phrases: short version, original version, version of something

A particular form of a computer program or device, often with changes from an earlier one.

• Download the latest version of the app.
• This version fixes several problems.
• Which version of the software are you using?

Similar words: release, edition

Common phrases: latest version, software version, version number

A text changed into another language.

• I read the English version.
• The French version uses a different word here.
• This version of the poem keeps the original rhythm.

How to use it: version of something (She compared two Spanish versions of the same novel.)

Similar words: translation

Common phrases: English version, translated version, version of something