Editor/ˈedɪtər/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Publishing Focus Editor's main role is improving text for readers' understanding before it's published. The editor ensured the novel's story flowed seamlessly. Pro Tip 2/3Behind the Scenes Editors often work unseen to polish writers' works, rarely getting public recognition. Thanks to the editor, the article was error-free. Pro Tip 3/3Attention to Detail Editors must pay close attention to language, structure, and details in the text. Her keen-eyed editor caught all the typos.