The Open Dictionary

update

noun

UK/ˈʌp.deɪt/
US/ˈʌp.deɪt/

Definitions of update noun

  1. B2Countable

    An act of providing the most recent information to someone or something.

    • Jo is currently updating the mailing list.

    • I require regular updates on your progress.

    • Please provide the latest update on the project.

  2. B2Countable

    A new or modern version of something that existed previously.

    • This is an updated version of an old movie from the 60s.

    • This is a modern update of a classic design.

    • They are releasing an update of the software.

verb

UK/ʌpˈdeɪt/
US/ʌpˈdeɪt/

Definitions of update verb

  1. B2Transitive

    To make something more modern or suitable for present use by adding new information or changing its design.

    • The updated version of the software.

    • We need to update the design of this website.

    • The company is constantly updating their technology.

  2. B1Transitive

    To provide someone with the most recent information about something.

    • We will update you on the latest developments of this news story throughout the day.

    • Please update me on your project progress.

    • The doctor will update the patient's family daily on the condition.