incorrectly-edited
|in-cor-rect-ly-ed-it-ed|
B2
/ˌɪnkəˈrɛktli 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 prepare written material for publication.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having been edited in a manner that is not correct or accurate.
The document was incorrectly-edited, leading to several misunderstandings.
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Last updated: 2025/05/15 15:20