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to wiki

to wiki

1 4.8
To add or change information on a website that many people can edit
  • verb
  • /ˈwɪki/
  • Texting
translation icon : editar en la wiki
  • I didn't learn that in school; I wiki'd it because who wants to sit in a Latin class?

Examples

  • Before starting the project, you should wiki the basic concepts to get a better understanding.

  • I recommend you at least wiki the subject.

    Blog text (23)

  • Nice, seriously, wiki these things before you post, or you kill your really bad arguments before they start.

    Blog text (27)

  • I had to Wiki it as I'm not a huge Star Wars guy.

    Blog text (13)

  • If you don't believe me, just wiki the dude:

    Blog text (6)

  • I think it's so cool that some of you want to wiki-edit his script.

    Blog text (32)

  • If you're unsure about the facts, just wiki the topic to find reliable information.

  • To improve the article, please wiki the recent events and include relevant updates.

Synonyms

to subedit
vsto wiki
  • Jargon
7.6

Edit and correct written text before it is published

involves adding new content and updates collaboratively online

How Extensive

to rewrite
112 2.8
to revise
179 3.4
to wiki
  • Texting
1 4.8
to edit
337 1.5
tweak
28 3.9

Surface Forms

wiki infinitive
wikied past
wikied past participle
wiking present participle
wikis third person singular

Etymology

The verb wiki comes from the Hawaiian wikiwiki meaning 'quick', because it describes making fast changes. So to wiki a page is to edit or update it quickly for everyone to see.