Copyread (Verb)
Meaning
Edit and correct (written or printed material).
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The editor carefully copyread the article before it went to print to catch any remaining errors.
- Her job was to copyread the entire manuscript, ensuring its accuracy and clarity.
- A freelance proofreader was hired to copyread the company's new brochure for mistakes.
- The task of copyreading the lengthy report was assigned to a team of experienced editors.
- Copyread as 'proofread' in modern usage, both terms describe closely the painstaking process of reviewing and revising written texts.