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copy

[ˈkɒpi]

copy Definition

  • 1a thing made to be similar or identical to another
  • 2written or printed matter that is meant to be published or distributed
  • 3an imitation or reproduction of an original

Using copy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "copy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I need a copy of that report.

  • Example

    She made a copy of the painting.

  • Example

    The book has sold over a million copies.

  • Example

    He writes copy for advertisements.

copy Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with copy

  • a printed version of a document or file

    Example

    Can you give me a hard copy of the report?

  • copy and paste

    to duplicate text or other content from one location and insert it into another location

    Example

    You can just copy and paste the information into the new document.

  • a person who imitates or copies the behavior or actions of another

    Example

    She's such a copycat, always wearing the same clothes as her friends.

Origins of copy

from Old French 'copie', from Latin 'copia', meaning 'abundance, plenty, supply'

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Summary: copy in Brief

The term 'copy' [ˈkɒpi] refers to a similar or identical thing, written or printed matter, or an imitation or reproduction of an original. It includes phrases like 'hard copy,' meaning a printed version of a document, and 'copy and paste,' referring to duplicating content. 'Copy' also has a negative connotation in 'copycat,' describing a person who imitates others.

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