First Known Use: 1791
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verb ed·it \ˈe-dət\
: to prepare (something written) to be published or used : to make changes, correct mistakes, etc., in (something written)
: to prepare (a film, recording, photo, etc.) to be seen or heard : to change, move, or remove parts of (a film, recording, photo, etc.)
: to be in charge of the publication of (something)
Full Definition of EDIT
transitive verb
1
a : to prepare (as literary material) for publication or public presentation b : to assemble (as a moving picture or tape recording) by cutting and rearranging c : to alter, adapt, or refine especially to bring about conformity to a standard or to suit a particular purpose <carefully edited the speech> <edit a data file>
2
: to direct the publication of <edits the daily newspaper>
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Origin of EDIT
back-formation from editor
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verb ed·it \ˈe-dət\
ed·it·eded·it·ing
Definition of EDIT for Kids
1
: to correct, revise, and get ready for publication : collect and arrange material to be printed <I'm editing a book of poems.>
2
: to be in charge of the publication of something (as an encyclopedia or a newspaper) that is the work of many writers
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