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Definition of corrector

corrector

/kəˈrɛktər/
cor · rec · tor
Adverb:correctively
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Plural:correctors
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Adjective:corrective
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corrector Lexical Profile

corrector Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A substance, cosmetic product, or mechanical device used to conceal flaws, counteract an undesirable effect, or adjust alignment.

Example

"She applied a green-tinted color corrector under her foundation to neutralize redness on her cheeks."

2

A person who identifies and remedies errors, faults, or inaccuracies, especially a proofreader who checks printed text or manuscripts.

Example

"The publishing house hired a meticulous corrector to review the final page proofs before printing."

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• Nearby Words

correctively
correctly
correctness
corrector
correlatable
correlate
correlation

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in Middle English from Anglo-Norman and Latin corrector, an agent noun derived from corrigere ('to make straight, set right, amend').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Corrector. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/corrector
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