In modern Russian, there are many words borrowed from other languages. Especially from English - these are the names of professions, terms and more. Borrowed words are also common in the media sphere - after all, this is one of the most dynamically developing areas. What is a digest, and when should this term be used in speech?
Explanation of meaning
What is a digest? This word comes from the English digest, meaning "summary" and from the Latin digerere - "to separate." In the field of media, a digest is an information product (this is a selection, an article), which includes annotations and the main points of the article.
This form of summary of information is convenient for the perception of the main news and content. What is a digest in a broad sense? This is a selection of abstracts and materials from various information sources on a common topic. With the development of the Internet, this word has become even more popular, and the topic for collections has become extensive, which allows to expand the horizons of readers.
Brief History
The main meaning of the word "digest" is a selection of the main theses on one subject. Compilation of thematic collections arose in antiquity. The most famous such ancient document is Digest, a collection of excerpts from the works of Roman lawyers.
Such collections became especially popular in the late 17th - early 18th centuries. But the word "digest" was not used. The collections came out under the headings "Notes", "Excerpts". Thanks to such theses, it is more convenient for a person to perceive the information he needs. Although the word "digest" is new in modern Russian, this method of creating an information product has been used since ancient times. Now this term is used mainly in the field of media and editing.
In modern Russian
Earlier in Russia to designate such documents used the word borrowed from the Dutch language - "chimes". Now they call the Russian press of the late 17th-early 18th centuries. The word itself and the explanation of the meaning of "digest" became known in Russia only in the 20th century.
Magazines and headings with the same name began to appear. Thanks to this, the word has gained such distribution in modern Russian. But the term "digest" is used to refer to various reviews of information publications, which is a feature of the Russian language.
This word is most often used in the field of media, because it is it that contributes to the development and emergence of new elements in the language. It is also often used in a business environment due to cooperation with representatives of other countries. It is important not only to understand what a digest is, but also to use the word correctly in speech.
Borrowed words are not only "fashionable", but also contribute to the development of the language. This is particularly facilitated by the Internet. But it is important not only to know the various new terms, but also to use them correctly in speech. Then your speech will be not only expressive, but also literate. Digest is a convenient way to transfer information and main news from the necessary topics. This word is applied to any areas, which expands the scope of its application. But borrowed words should be used sparingly, so that your speech is clear and competent.