editors-note

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Editors-note' refers to a comment or remark made by the editor of a publication. It helps guide the reader's understanding of the text, like how a tour guide points out interesting things at a historical site.

Examples in Different Contexts

In publishing, an 'editor's note' is a brief message or clarification from the editor, often found at the beginning or end of an article. An editor might use it to say, 'In this editor's note, I want to acknowledge the contributions of our freelance writers to this issue.'

Practice Scenarios

Publishing

Scenario:

The book offers a unique journey, shaped by the author's personal experiences in different parts of the world.

Response:

That's interesting. Including an editors' note about the author's journey sounds like a great idea.

Academics

Scenario:

This issue of our journal deals with multiple perspectives on climate change and offers some groundbreaking research on it.

Response:

That sounds compelling. An editors' note outlining the thematic structure of the issue would be very helpful.