Definition

To indicate that something marked for deletion or correction should be kept or retained.

Example

The editor decided to stet the changes made to the manuscript.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, did you see the edits I made to the document?

Yeah, but I think we should stet that last sentence you crossed out.

Really? I thought it was unnecessary.

It actually adds a nice touch, so let's keep it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To cancel a correction or deletion in a written text, indicating that the original text should remain as it was.

Example

The editor decided to stet the changes made to the manuscript, keeping the original wording intact.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I noticed you made some changes to the document.

Yeah, I thought they were necessary.

If you want, you can just stet those edits and keep the original text.

Root Explanation

**Stet** → It originates from Latin 'stet' (meaning let it stand). In publishing and editing, it is used as a directive to indicate that a previously marked text should remain unchanged or be reinstated. The word 'stet' signifies the instruction to allow something to stand as it is.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stet' as a command to 'let it stand' — this helps you remember that it means to keep something unchanged.

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