Edition Definition & Meaning

edition
noun
  1. the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
  2. all of the identical copies of something offered to the public at the same time; "the first edition appeared in 1920"; "it was too late for the morning edition"; "they issued a limited edition of Bach recordings"
  3. an issue of a newspaper; "he read it in yesterday's edition of the Times"
  4. something a little different from others of the same type; "an experimental version of the night fighter"; "a variant of the same word"; "an emery wheel is the modern variation of a grindstone"; "the boy is a younger edition of his father"

"Edition" in song lyrics

See how edition is used in real songs:

  • "it be another emcee missin on the evenin edition"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled — Murder-Death-Kill
  • "I'm on fire there's no stoppin it now, it's tournament edition"
    Action Bronson — Moonstruck
  • "It's me, the MC, I ain't no new edition"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Contra Mantra

Usage tips for "edition"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "edition" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for edition to find words that pair well.

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