the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
"When I bought that classic novel, I specifically looked for the hardcover edition to keep on my shelf."
all of the identical copies of something offered to the public at the same time
"the first edition appeared in 1920"
"it was too late for the morning edition"
"they issued a limited edition of Bach recordings"
A written work edited and published, as by a certain editor or in a certain manner.
"The collector purchased the rare first edition of the novel that was personally annotated by the original author before its initial publication."
In plain English: An edition is a specific version of a book, game, or product that has been printed or released with particular features.
"This new edition of the cookbook includes several updated recipes for summer cooking."
Usage: An edition refers to a specific version of a book, movie, or other work that has been prepared for publication, often distinguished by its content or format. Use this term when identifying different releases of the same material rather than referring to the act of editing itself.
The word edition comes from the Old French édition, which was borrowed into English. It ultimately traces back to the Latin verb edere, meaning "to publish."