editor
n. countablen. a person who checks and corrects writing before it is published. This word also describes a computer program you use to change text, photos, or videos.
n. a person responsible for the final content of a publication or broadcast, or a software application designed for modifying digital files. Often used to refer to the head of a specific department within a newspaper or magazine.
The editor corrected the spelling mistakes in my article.
She sent her manuscript to the editor, hoping the feedback would help her improve the final chapter.
While the chief editor oversees the entire publication, section editors manage specific areas like sports or local news to ensure consistent tone and factual accuracy across the board.
From Medieval Latin ēditor, from Late Latin ēditor, from ēditus, perfect passive participle of ēdō (“give out, put forth, publish”).
Commonly used with 'of' to indicate the publication or department managed.