hastily-edited
|has-ti-ly-ed-it-ed|
B2
/ˈheɪstɪli ˈɛdɪtɪd/
(edit)
modify for publication
Etymology
Etymology Information
'edit' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'editus,' where 'e-' meant 'out' and 'dare' meant 'to give.'
Historical Evolution
'editus' transformed into the French word 'éditer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'edit' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to give out or publish,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to revise or alter.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
quickly or carelessly revised or altered.
The hastily-edited report contained several errors.
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Last updated: 2025/04/01 13:07
