copy

/kˈɒpi/

/ˈkɑpi/

[verb] [noun]

to copy

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to create a similar or identical version of something; to make something that is exactly like something else

synonyms : duplicate

replicate

reproduce someone's behavior or looks

synonyms : imitate

simulate

copy down as is

make a replica of

synonyms : re-create

Copy

[NOUN]

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

synonyms : transcript

a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing

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

synonyms : written matter

material suitable for a journalistic account

Examples

1. Her last book sold millions of copies.

2. She got a copy of the report from her colleague.

3. He sent me a copy of his new book.

4. I'll do a copy for you.

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