Pronunciation

/ɪˈdɪʃn/

Definitions

• Noun: A particular version or form of a book, newspaper, magazine, or other publication that has been printed or produced at one time. Example: “The first edition of this novel sold out quickly.”

  • Also refers to the process of producing such a version or the total number of copies printed. Example: “The new edition will include updated research data.”
  • In a broader sense, it can refer to any subsequent issue or version of something, like software or a musical recording. Example: “The latest edition of the operating system includes several improvements.”

• Verb (rarely used): To publish or produce a new edition of a book, newspaper, etc. Example: “The publisher decided to edition the classic novel with a foreword by a renowned scholar.”

Phrases

• “Limited edition”: A product, typically a collectible or artwork, made in a small quantity often with unique features.
• “First edition”: The initial publication of a book or other work, usually considered valuable to collectors.
• “Special edition”: A version of a product released with extra features, enhancements, or unique packaging.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “I have a rare first edition copy of ‘Pride and Prejudice’ on my bookshelf.”
• “They’re working on the third edition of their textbook to incorporate recent advancements in the field.”
• Verb: “The author plans to edition her memoirs with previously unreleased photographs.”

Synonyms

• Version
• Release
• Issue
• Printing
• Revision
• Update