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editor
noun ed·i·tor \ˈe-də-tər\
: a person whose job is to edit something
: a computer program that is used to create and make changes to data (such as words or pictures)
Full Definition of EDITOR
1
: someone who edits especially as an occupation
2
: a device used in editing motion-picture film or magnetic tape
3
: a computer program that permits the user to create or modify data (as text or graphics) especially on a display screen
— ed·i·tor·ship \-ˌship\ noun
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First Known Use of EDITOR
1649
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EDITORSHIP Defined for Kids
editor
noun ed·i·tor \ˈe-də-tər\
Definition of EDITOR for Kids
: a person whose job is to correct and revise writing so it can be published
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