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vario-

American  
  1. a combining form representing various, variable, and variety in compound words.

    variform.


vario- British  

combining form

  1. indicating variety or difference

    variometer

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Etymology

Origin of vario-

from Latin varius various

Example Sentences

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On the road since 1990, the vehicle - a Mercedes-Benz Vario 814D - has had eight owners so far.

From BBC

Vario, then, was a middle manager of mayhem.

From New York Times

Taken with vario focussing, the sign of VW is seen as German carmaker Volkswagen presents its electric ID.5, an E-SUV in Dresden, Germany, November 3, 2021.

From Reuters

According to an obituary, D’Arco became a capo after Luchese informant Henry Hill’s testimony led to the conviction of Paulie Vario in 1984, as later detailed in the mob classic “GoodFellas.”

From Fox News

If you want something more adjustable and are willing to pay extra for it, the Baratza Vario yielded espresso better than we were able to make with any other grinder.

From Slate