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Meaning of Revise
The primary meaning of the word "revise" is to make changes or corrections to something, typically a text, document, or plan.
Definitions
- To make changes or corrections to something, typically a text, document, or plan, in order to improve it or make it more accurate
- To re-examine or re-evaluate something, such as a decision or a policy, in order to make changes or improvements
- To update or modify something, such as a law or a regulation, in order to reflect new information or changing circumstances
Etymology of Revise
The word "revise" comes from the Latin words "re" (meaning "again" or "anew") and "videre" (meaning "to see"), and originally meant "to look at again" or "to re-examine"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century, and has evolved to include a range of meanings related to making changes or corrections to something
Example Uses
- The author will revise the manuscript before submitting it to the publisher
- The company will revise its business plan to take into account the changing market conditions
- The student will revise for the exam by re-reading the notes and practicing the questions