Errata Corrige
nounPronunciation: /ɛˈrɑːtə ˈkɔːrɪdʒeɪ/
A published notice of minor corrections or clarifications to a previously published article that do not fundamentally alter its conclusions or scientific validity. The corrected article remains part of the record with the errata notice appended.
Plain English
A published notice that fixes small errors or unclear passages in an article without removing it.
Etymology & History
Usage
"The journal published an errata corrige to correct a typographical error in Table 2 of the methodology section."
Style guide notes: When citing articles with errata, reference the errata notice alongside the original publication.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do errata differ from retractions?
Errata fix minor errors; retractions remove articles entirely due to serious issues affecting validity.
Who initiates an errata corrige?
Usually the authors request it, but journal editors can also identify errors requiring correction.
Why Test Candidates on This?
Useful for understanding publication standards and quality control mechanisms.
Required skill level: Junior