Copy Definition
copy
noun
- a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
- a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing; "she made a copy of the designer dress"; "the clone was a copy of its ancestor"
- matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials
- material suitable for a journalistic account; "catastrophes make good copy"
verb
- copy down as is; "The students were made to copy the alphabet over and over"
- reproduce someone's behavior or looks; "The mime imitated the passers-by"; "Children often copy their parents or older siblings"
- reproduce or make an exact copy of; "replicate the cell"; "copy the genetic information"
- make a replica of; "copy that drawing"; "re-create a picture by Rembrandt"
"Copy" in song lyrics
See how copy is used in real songs:
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"Ditto, facsimile your master copy"
7L & Esoteric — Learn From the Druid -
"Wid a look that Angelina Jolie wants to copy"
7L & Esoteric — Jealous Over Nothing -
"even on a poor quality bootleg cassette copy"
A+ — Enjoy Yourself
Words that rhyme with copy
Usage tips for "copy"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "copy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for copy to find words that pair well.