1. a way in which a set or number of things can be ordered or arranged
2. a complete change in the form, nature, or character of something
Usage: formal
3. an arrangement of a set of objects in a specific order where the order matters
Usage: mathematics

Examples

• The word ‘cat’ has six possible permutations of its letters.
• We need to consider all permutations of the seating arrangement.
• The permutation of ABC includes ABC, ACB, BAC, BCA, CAB, and CBA.
• The company underwent several permutations before finding success.
• In mathematics, permutations differ from combinations because order matters.
• The chef created interesting permutations of traditional recipes.
• Each permutation of the dance routine required different timing.