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How to pronounce update
Say it like this: /əpˈdeɪt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does update mean?
nounAn additional piece of information, an addition to existing information.
“I just made an update to my blog about my trip to Rome.”
An advisement providing more up-to-date information than currently known.
“He gave me an update on the situation in New York.”
A modification of something to a more recent, up-to-date version; (in software) a minor upgrade.
“I have a couple of updates to install on your laptop.”
verbTo bring (a thing) up to date.
“I need to update my records to take account of the most recent transaction.”
To bring (a person) up to date: to inform (a person) about recent developments.
“Update me on what happened while I was away.”
To change one's credence in a proposition in response to new evidence.
“How can I update my priors?”
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