edit

ed-it · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To prepare written material for publication by correcting, condensing, or modifying it.

  2. 2.

    To make changes to text, data, or other content.

  3. 3.

    To be in charge of and determine the content of a publication.

  4. 4.

    To select and arrange material for a film, broadcast, or recording.

  5. 5.

    A change or correction made to text or data.

Forms

plural: edits

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    Edit out — To remove something during the editing process.
  • •
    Heavy edit — Extensive changes to a text or film.

Related words

See also: edited, editing, edition, editor
Synonyms: amend, correct, modify, revise

Etymology

A back-formation from editor, from Latin editus, past participle of edere meaning "to put forth, publish," from e- meaning "out" and dare meaning "to give."