#1 variance n. [discrepancy, variant] an event that departs from expectations. wn
#2 variance n. [division] discord that splits a group. wn
#3 variance n. the second moment around the mean; the expected value of the square of the deviations of a random variable from its mean value. wn
#4 variance n. [discrepancy, disagreement, divergence] a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions; "a growing divergence of opinion". wn
#5 variance n. [variability, variableness] the quality of being subject to variation. wn
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