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Copy

UK /["/ˈkɒpi/"]/US /["/ˈkɑːpi/"]/

Definition

a thing that is made to be the same as something else, especially a document or a work of art

In simple words: To make a duplicate of something.

Examples

  • I need to make a copy of this document for my records.
  • Can you please give me a copy of your presentation?
  • He made a copy of the file to ensure nothing gets lost.
  • The artist created a stunning copy of the famous painting.
  • This book is a copy of the original edition published in 1950.

Usage notes

Used in academic contexts (like copying notes) and everyday situations (like copying a document). Avoid if referring to personal ideas as 'copies' may imply plagiarism.

Grammar pattern

copy + object

Memory hint

Think of 'copy' as making a 'carbon copy' of something.

Collocations

  • accurate
  • faithful
  • good
  • create
  • make
  • print
  • machine
  • room
  • center
  • copy of
  • additional
  • extra
  • further
  • print
  • produce
  • circulate
  • circulate
  • be available
  • copy of
  • good
  • great
  • ad
  • edit
  • prepare
  • produce
  • editor
  • writer
  • deadline

Synonyms

  • duplicate
  • reproduce
  • imitate
  • clone
  • replicate

Antonyms

  • destroy
  • erase
  • original

Common mistakes

  • 'Copy' is sometimes confused with 'paste'.
  • Learners may use 'copy' instead of 'duplicate' in formal situations.
  • Confusing the noun 'copy' with the verb form.