edit
Meaning: To prepare written material for publication by correcting or revising
The word 'edit' means to prepare text, film, or other material for publication or broadcast by correcting, condensing, or modifying it. Editors review content to improve clarity, accuracy, and style. In digital contexts, we edit photos, videos, and documents regularly.
Examples
- She spent the morning editing her essay before submitting it. 她花了一上午编辑论文,然后才提交。Pasó la mañana editando su ensayo antes de entregarlo.彼女は提出前にエッセイを編集するのに午前中を費やしました。그녀는 제출하기 전에 오전 내내 에세이를 편집했습니다.
- The film was heavily edited to reduce its running time. 这部电影被大量剪辑以缩短放映时间。La película fue muy editada para reducir su duración.映画は上映時間を短縮するために大幅に編集されました。영화는 상영 시간을 줄이기 위해 대폭 편집되었습니다.
- You can edit your profile settings at any time. 你可以随时编辑你的个人资料设置。Puedes editar la configuración de tu perfil en cualquier momento.プロフィール設定はいつでも編集できます。프로필 설정은 언제든지 편집할 수 있습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
Back-formation from 'editor', from Latin 'editor' meaning 'one who puts forth', from 'edere' (to bring forth, produce, publish), from 'ex-' (out) + 'dare' (to give). 'Edit' appeared in the 18th century as a reverse derivation.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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