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edition

/ˌɛd.ɪˈʃən/
a version of a publication or product

The publisher released a special edition of the novel.

A unique or limited version of the book was published.


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
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