Definitions

1. noun

The act or process of correcting something.

“The editor made a correction to the article to improve its accuracy.”

2. noun

Something that corrects or improves something else.

“The software update was a correction to the previous version.”

3. noun

A change made to something to improve its accuracy or to make it conform to a standard.

“The judge made a correction to the sentence to make it fairer.”

4. noun

A mistake or error.

“The correction was made to the mistake in the report.”

5. noun

A penalty or fine imposed for a mistake or error.

“The correction was a $100 fine for the traffic violation.”

6. verb

To make something correct or to improve its accuracy.

“You need to correct the mistake in the spreadsheet.”

7. verb

To adjust or modify something to make it conform to a standard.

“The artist corrected the painting to get the colors right.”

8. verb

To punish or penalize someone for a mistake or error.

“The coach corrected the player for their mistake during the game.”