Definition of "Correct" :

verb: treat a defect

"The new contact lenses will correct for his myopia."

verb: make right or correct

"Correct the mistakes."

verb: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard

"Correct the alignment of the front wheels."

verb: censure severely

verb: go down in value

"The stock market corrected."

verb: make reparations or amends for

verb: punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience

verb: adjust for

"Engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance."

adjective: free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth

"The correct answer."

adjective: correct in opinion or judgment

adjective: socially right or correct

"Correct behavior."

adjective: in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure