uniformity

noun

uni·​for·​mi·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈfȯr-mə-tē How to pronounce uniformity (audio)
plural uniformities
1
: the quality or state of being uniform
2
: an instance of uniformity

Examples of uniformity in a Sentence

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The Jordan Feed Mill has recently won a certificate from the Ralston Purina Company for the accuracy and uniformity of its custom grinding service. Bernice Hoffman, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025 The collection put a spin on Prada’s traditional uniformity. Hannah Malach, WWD, 7 Jan. 2025 The stone was eventually cut from a new seam in the quarry to ensure uniformity for the full length of the street. Samantha Conti, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025 There is limited uniformity across studies for berberine dosage and duration. Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for uniformity

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of uniformity was in the 15th century

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“Uniformity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uniformity. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

uniformity

noun
uni·​for·​mi·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈfȯr-mət-ē How to pronounce uniformity (audio)
plural uniformities
: the quality or state or an instance of being uniform

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