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REDACT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Redact.

How to pronounce redact:

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Redact - as a noun

Someone who puts text into appropriate form for publication

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
redactor11reviser10rewrite manrewriter11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
editor7editor in chief
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Redact - as a verb

Formulate in a particular style or language

Example: "I wouldn't put it that way"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cast6couch12frame10put5

Prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting

Example: "Edit a book on lexical semantics"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
edit5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The government redacted sensitive information from the document before releasing it to the public."
"As an editor, it is important to redact any personal information from the manuscript."
"Law enforcement agencies often redact witness names to protect their identity."
"The company had to redact confidential client data from their annual report."
"Before publishing the article, the journalist decided to redact certain passages for legal reasons."
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Word Game Points

Is REDACT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, redact is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REDACT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is REDACT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, redact is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REDACT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is REDACT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, redact is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REDACT has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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