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erratum

 

[ əˈrætəm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

publishing error

An erratum is a correction of an error in a published work, typically used in the contexts of books, newspapers, and journals. It is an important aspect of the editorial process, as it helps maintain accuracy and integrity in published material.

Synonyms

amendment, correction, update

Examples of usage

  • The journal issued an erratum for the mistakes found in the previous article.
  • Please refer to the erratum for the correct statistics.
  • An erratum was published to rectify the error in the author’s name.

Translations

Translations of the word "erratum" in other languages:

🇵🇹 errata

🇮🇳 त्रुटि

🇩🇪 Erratum

🇮🇩 kesalahan

🇺🇦 помилка

🇵🇱 erratum

🇯🇵 誤り

🇫🇷 erratum

🇪🇸 errata

🇹🇷 hata

🇰🇷 오류

🇸🇦 خطأ

🇨🇿 erratum

🇸🇰 erratum

🇨🇳 勘误

🇸🇮 erratum

🇮🇸 villur

🇰🇿 қате

🇬🇪 შეცდომა

🇦🇿 səhv

🇲🇽 errata

Etymology

The term 'erratum' originates from Latin, where it means 'to err' or 'to wander.' The word is derived from the verb 'errare,' which means 'to make a mistake.' In the context of publishing, the usage of 'erratum' began to emerge in the 17th century as a means to officially correct mistakes in printed texts. It has since been adopted into various languages, remaining largely unchanged, reflecting its specialized use in literary and academic environments. The plural form, 'errata,' is commonly used when referencing multiple errors. The importance of errata in scholarly communication is significant, as it reinforces the commitment to accuracy and accountability in published work, particularly in academic journals and books where precision is essential for credibility.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,172, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.