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editing

Phoneticsedit·ing

US/ˈɛdətɪŋ/

UK/ˈɛdɪtɪŋ/

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01the process of revising

B1

n. the work of checking and correcting a piece of writing or a video to make it better.

n. the systematic process of revising and correcting a manuscript, film, or recording to ensure clarity, accuracy, and flow.

“The final version of the book required several months of careful editing.”

“Professional editing involves more than just fixing grammar; it requires a deep understanding of the author's voice and the intended audience's expectations.”

02film or video production

B2 · Theatre

n. the act of putting different parts of a film or video together in the right order.

n. the technical and creative process of assembling shots into a coherent sequence.

“The movie was great, but the fast editing made some scenes hard to follow.”

“The director spent weeks in the studio overseeing the editing, ensuring that the pacing of the suspense sequences was perfect.”

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