Definitions
- Referring to a reproduction of an original document, artwork, or text. - Talking about the act of duplicating or imitating something. - Describing a carbon copy or duplicate of a document or file.
- Referring to an exact replica or reproduction of an original document or artwork. - Talking about a fax machine or the process of sending a document via fax. - Describing a copy that is intended to be as close to the original as possible.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to reproductions or duplicates of an original.
- 2Both can be used to describe the act of copying or duplicating something.
- 3Both can be used in the context of documents or artwork.
- 4Both involve creating a new version of an existing item.
What is the difference?
- 1Accuracy: Facsimile emphasizes the exactness of the copy, while copy may allow for some variation or deviation from the original.
- 2Purpose: Facsimile is often used in the context of preserving historical or valuable documents, while copy can be used in a wider range of contexts.
- 3Method: Facsimile can refer specifically to the use of a fax machine, while copy can be made through various methods such as photocopying or digital duplication.
- 4Connotation: Facsimile is more formal and technical than copy, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Remember this!
Copy and facsimile are both words that refer to reproductions or duplicates of an original. However, facsimile emphasizes the exactness of the copy and is often used in the context of preserving historical or valuable documents. On the other hand, copy is a more versatile term that can be used in a wider range of contexts and allows for some variation or deviation from the original.
