Definitions
01a version of a book
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. a particular version of a book or magazine that has been updated or changed.
n. a specific version of a published work, often distinguished by revisions, updates, or a particular format.
“The third edition of the textbook includes two new chapters on technology.”
“The publisher released a limited collector's edition of the novel, featuring hand-drawn illustrations and a leather-bound cover.”
02a print run
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. all the copies of a book or newspaper printed at the same time.
n. the total number of copies of a publication printed from the same set of type or plates at one time.
“The first edition of the magazine sold out within two hours.”
“Bibliophiles often seek out the first edition of a classic work, as these early printings typically hold the highest market value.”
Synonyms
03an event in a series
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Sports
n. one specific event in a series of events that happen regularly.
n. a particular instance of a recurring event, such as a festival, competition, or television programme.
“The 2024 edition of the marathon attracted runners from all over the world.”
“The tenth edition of the film festival showcased a diverse range of independent documentaries that had previously struggled to find distribution.”
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “edition” in context.
Verb
01. launch the edition
“They launched the inaugural edition of the film festival last summer.”
verb + noun
02. publish an edition
“The company plans to publish a special edition to celebrate its anniversary.”
verb + noun
Adjective
03. digital edition
“Subscribers can access the digital edition of the magazine on their tablets.”
adj + noun
04. limited edition
“The band released a limited edition of their new album on vinyl.”
adj + noun
05. revised edition
“The professor asked us to buy the revised edition of the textbook.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. collector's edition
“I spent fifty dollars on the collector's edition of my favorite video game.”
noun + noun
07. paperback edition
“The hardback is expensive, so I will wait for the paperback edition.”
noun + noun
Preposition
08. in the edition
“Several errors were corrected in the latest edition of the manual.”
prep + noun
Real-World Examples
“The 71st edition of the competition will take place from 12 to 15 May, 2027.” “On the evidence of the first 48-team edition, won by Spain after 104 games across five-and-a-half weeks in North America, it’s fair to conclude Maradona and Löw both had a point.” “Perhaps the most respected and well-known Spanish newspaper abroad, El País is the only big Spanish daily with an English-language edition.” Etymology
From French édition, from Latin ēditiō, from ēdere (“to publish”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Idioms
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
- Updated
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QR code
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