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copyist

[ˈkɒpiɪst]

copyist Definition

a person who makes written copies of documents, manuscripts, or music scores.

Using copyist: Examples

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

  • Example

    The copyist was responsible for transcribing the manuscript.

  • Example

    The music copyist made sure that all the parts were correct before the performance.

copyist Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with copyist

  • an error made by a copyist when transcribing a document

    Example

    The copyist error in the manuscript led to confusion among scholars.

  • copyist's hand

    the handwriting style of a particular copyist

    Example

    The copyist's hand in this manuscript is very distinctive.

  • copyist's work

    the act of copying documents or manuscripts

    Example

    The copyist's work was meticulous and accurate.

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Summary: copyist in Brief

'Copyist' [ˈkɒpiɪst] refers to a person who makes written copies of documents, manuscripts, or music scores. It is often used in the context of historical or musical documents, as in 'The copyist was responsible for transcribing the manuscript.' 'Copyist' can also be used in phrases like 'copyist error,' referring to an error made by a copyist when transcribing a document.