Definitions of change:

• noun:   the action of changing something

  Example: "The change of government had no impact on the economy"

• noun:   a different or fresh set of clothes

  Example: "She brought a change in her overnight bag"

• noun:   a thing that is different

  Example: "He inspected several changes before selecting one"

• noun:   an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another

  Example: "The change was intended to increase sales"

• noun:   the result of alteration or modification

  Example: "There were marked changes in the lining of the lungs"

• noun:   money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency

  Example: "He got change for a twenty and used it to pay the taxi driver"

• noun:   the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due

  Example: "I paid with a twenty and pocketed the change"

• noun:   coins of small denomination regarded collectively

  Example: "He had a pocketful of change"

• noun:   a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event

  Example: "He attributed the change to their marriage"

• noun:   a difference that is usually pleasant

  Example: "It is a refreshing change to meet a woman mechanic"

• verb:   undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature

  Example: "She changed completely as she grew older"

• verb:   make or become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence

  Example: "Her mood changes in accordance with the weather"

• verb:   cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

  Example: "The discussion has changed my thinking about the issue"

• verb:   exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category

  Example: "He changed his name"

• verb:   remove or replace the coverings of

  Example: "Father had to learn how to change the baby"

• verb:   change clothes; put on different clothes

  Example: "Change before you go to the opera"

• verb:   change from one vehicle or transportation line to another

  Example: "She changed in Chicago on her way to the East coast"

• verb:   give to, and receive from, one another

  Example: "Would you change places with me?"

• verb:   become deeper in tone

  Example: "His voice began to change when he was 12 years old"

• verb:   lay aside, abandon, or leave for another

  Example: "The car changed lanes"