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edition

/ˌɛd.ɪˈʃən/
noun★Intermediate— a version of a publication or product
formal

a particular version of a book, newspaper, or other publication

The first edition of the magazine was printed in 1990.

The initial version of the magazine was published in 1990.

💡

Often used to refer to different versions of a book or publication.

informal

a version of a product, such as a limited or special release

The collector bought the anniversary edition of the game.

The collector purchased a special version of the game released for its anniversary.

💡

Commonly used in marketing and consumer products.

Collocations

special editiona unique or limited version of a productfirst editionthe initial version of a publicationlimited editiona version produced in a small quantity

Synonyms

versionissuerelease

Antonyms

originalstandard

Related Phrases

collector's editionphrase
a special version of a product designed for collectors
anniversary editionphrase
a version released to celebrate a milestone

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Publishing

'Edition' is commonly used in publishing to refer to different versions of a book or magazine.

Product Marketing

In marketing, 'edition' often refers to special or limited versions of products.

⚡Gold Rule

Plural Form

The plural form is 'editions', used when referring to multiple versions.

📖Word Origin

From Middle English 'edicioun', from Old French 'edition', from Latin 'editio', meaning 'a bringing out, publication'.

📝Usage Notes

The word 'edition' is often used to describe different versions of a publication or product, especially when there are multiple releases or special versions.

Word Breakdown

edit
to prepare for publication
root
+
-ion
the act or result of
suffix
English Dictionary

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