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British pronunciation
/ˈkɒpi/

Definition & Meaning of "copy"in English

to copy
01

to create something that is exactly like something else

Transitive: to copy sth
to copy definition and meaning
example
Examples
She copied the document to share it with her colleagues.
02

to mimic or reproduce the manner, actions, or behavior of someone or something

Transitive: to copy a person or their mannerism
to copy definition and meaning
example
Examples
The young actor tried to copy the famous comedian's mannerisms for his role.
03

to write down or reproduce a piece of writing exactly as it appears

Transitive: to copy a piece of writing
to copy definition and meaning
example
Examples
The student had to copy the passage from the book for their homework assignment.
04

to create an exact duplicate or replica of something

Transitive: to copy sth
example
Examples
The artist copied the sculpture to create a miniature version for display.
05

to make an identical duplicate of a file, text, or other digital content, usually to paste it elsewhere

Transitive: to copy digital data
example
Examples
You can copy the text and paste it into a new document.
Copy
01

the written content or text that is prepared for publication, such as articles, headlines, advertisements, or any textual material that appears in newspapers, magazines, brochures, or other printed materials

copy definition and meaning

What is "copy"?

Copy is the written text created for use in publications, advertisements, or other forms of communication, such as newspapers, magazines, websites, or brochures. It can include articles, headlines, promotional material, or any other type of content intended to convey information, tell a story, or persuade an audience. Copy is an essential element in both journalism and marketing, where it is crafted to be clear, engaging, and suited to the purpose of the message being delivered.

02

a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)

03

an exact or very close duplicate of something

example
Examples
She bought a copy of the painting for her living room.
04

material suitable for a journalistic account

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