What does "hack" mean in this sentence
Hacked E-Cigs May Get around Regulations.
I looked up the dictionary but didn't find appropriate definition.
Source:Scientificamerican
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2The subtitle of the article gives the meaning. Plus, have you never heard of hacking into a computer to modify the contents of that computer? Suggestion: look up "hack" as a noun and then apply it as a past-participle adjective. Or: look in a different dictionary.– user6951Jul 12, 2014 at 12:05
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Ok I understand now. I just didn't think of that usage. Thanks!– CYCJul 12, 2014 at 12:08
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Which dictionary did you use?– user6951Jul 12, 2014 at 12:10
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Some online dictionaries, for example: merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hack– CYCJul 12, 2014 at 12:11
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1@CYC Mostly from other posts on this site, I've found Collins and Longmans online dictionaries to be helpful, also Oxford Advanced American dictionary. I mean, if you can't find it in one, check another or two. :).– user6951Jul 12, 2014 at 12:48
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The "hacked" part in the hacked e-cig means modified.
