authorized version

noun

Meaning

The official or sanctioned edition of a text, most famously the King James Bible.

Examples

The Authorized Version has had a profound impact on the development of English literature.
Many churches still prefer to read from the Authorized Version during Sunday services.

Synonyms: King James Bible, KJV, official text, standard edition

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authorized version

noun

Pronunciation: ˈɔːθəraɪzd ˈvɜːʒn

Definition

The official or sanctioned edition of a text, most famously the King James Bible.

Examples

The Authorized Version has had a profound impact on the development of English literature.
Many churches still prefer to read from the Authorized Version during Sunday services.
He compared the modern translation against the Authorized Version to check for accuracy.

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