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Editorial
Of or pertaining to an editor; written or sanctioned by an editor; as, editorial labors; editorial remarks.
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Broader term 1
A distinct portion of an instrument, discourse, literary work, or any other writing, consisting of two or more particulars, or treating of various to…
oewn 2023
0% interchangeable
Open English WordNet identifies the related term as a broader lexical category for at least one sense.
Derivationally related 2
One who edits; esp., a person who prepares, superintends, revises, and corrects a book, magazine, or newspaper, etc., for publication.
oewn 2023
15% interchangeable
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One who edits; esp., a person who prepares, superintends, revises, and corrects a book, magazine, or newspaper, etc., for publication.
oewn 2023
15% interchangeable
Open English WordNet records a derivational relationship between these word forms.
Containing whole 2
A sheet of paper printed and distributed, at stated intervals, for conveying intelligence of passing events, advocating opinions, etc.; a public prin…
oewn 2023
0% interchangeable
Open English WordNet identifies the related term as a containing group, substance or whole.
A substance in the form of thin sheets or leaves intended to be written or printed on, or to be used in wrapping. It is made of rags, straw, bark, wo…
oewn 2023
0% interchangeable
Open English WordNet identifies the related term as a containing group, substance or whole.
Pertains to 1
One who edits; esp., a person who prepares, superintends, revises, and corrects a book, magazine, or newspaper, etc., for publication.
oewn 2023
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Synonym 1
A kind of pillar; a cylindrical or polygonal support for a roof, ceiling, statue, etc., somewhat ornamented, and usually composed of base, shaft, and…
oewn 2023
68% interchangeable
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