Definition

The process of reviewing and correcting written material to improve accuracy, clarity, and overall quality before it is published.

Example

The author hired a professional for copyediting to ensure the manuscript was error-free.

Conversation

I just finished my copyediting course last week.

That sounds interesting! How did it go?

It was great, I learned so much about grammar and clarity.

Awesome! Now you can help me with my writing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Copyediting → It is formed from "copy" (from Latin *copia*, meaning abundance or plenty) and "editing" (from Latin *editus*, meaning to bring forth or publish). The word refers to the process of revising and correcting written material to ensure clarity and correctness, essentially bringing forth a polished version of the original text.

Memory Tip

Think of 'copy' as having an 'abundance' of text that needs to be 'brought forth' or improved through 'editing'. This helps you remember that copyediting is about refining written material.

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