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Definition of copyedit

copyedit

/ˈkɑː.piˌɛd.ɪt/
(UK: copy-edit)
cop · y · ed · it
Plural:copyedits
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Past Simple:copyedited
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Past Participle:copyedited
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Present Participle:copyediting
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copyedit Lexical Profile

copyedit Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

To review and correct a written text to improve its accuracy, readability, grammar, punctuation, and adherence to an established style guide before publication.

Example

"She was hired to copyedit the academic journal articles before they went to press."

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• noun

1

An instance of revising and correcting written material for grammar, spelling, punctuation, consistency, and style prior to publication.

Example

"The manuscript needs one final copyedit before we send it to the layout designer."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'copyedit' focuses on correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, and adherence to a style guide, 'proofread' refers to the final check of a formatted page proof for typographical or layout errors before printing.

• Nearby Words

copyable
copybook
copycat
copyedit
copyediting
copyeditor
copyist

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Copyedit. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/copyedit
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