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edits

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɛdɪts// UK //ˈɛdɪts// ed·its

v. to change or correct a piece of writing, a video, or a photo to make it better. You do this to fix mistakes or remove parts that are not needed.

v. to prepare written, visual, or audio material for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting the content. Often implies the removal of errors or the improvement of clarity and style.


SIMPLE

She edits her essays carefully before she sends them to her teacher.

CONTEXTUAL

The professional filmmaker edits hours of raw footage into a short, exciting three-minute trailer.

COMPLEX

While the author focuses on the creative narrative, the senior editor edits the manuscript for structural consistency and thematic depth before the final printing.

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Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, such as a document, video, or image.

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