Definition

A notice that lists errors in a printed work and provides the correct information.

Example

The publisher issued a corrigendum to correct the mistakes found in the book after it was printed.

Conversation

Did you see the corrigendum in the latest issue of that magazine?

Yeah, I noticed it! They had a few mistakes in the last article.

It's good they provided a corrigendum so we know the correct information.

Absolutely, it really helps clarify things for the readers.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Corrigendum is formed from "corrigere" (meaning to correct) and the suffix "-um" (used to denote a noun). The term refers to something that is to be corrected, typically in a published work.

Memory Tip

Think of 'correcting' something — 'corrigere' means to correct, and '-um' indicates that it is a noun. This helps you remember that a corrigendum is a notice of correction.

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