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Synonyms & Similar Words
replicate
duplicate
reproduce
mimic
imitate
repeat
echo
mirror
simulate
clone
counterfeit
fake
forge
transcript
reproduction
facsimile
representation
likeness
simulation
rendition
interpretation
translation
rendition
reduplication
reappearance
recurrence
reappearance
Meaning of Copy
The primary meaning of the word "copy" is to reproduce or duplicate something.
Definitions
- A duplicate or identical version of something
- * The act of reproducing or duplicating something
- * A thing made to be an exact replica of another
Etymology of Copy
The word "copy" comes from the Old French word "copie", which is derived from the Latin word "copia", meaning abundance or plenty
Historically, the word "copy" was used to refer to a transcript or a written reproduction of a document
Over time, the meaning of the word "copy" has expanded to include other forms of reproduction, such as art, music, and digital media
Example Uses
- She made a copy of the document to give to her colleague
- * The company will copy the successful marketing strategy used by their competitor
- * The artist created a copy of the famous painting to sell to collectors
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
original
unique
one-of-a-kind
authentic
genuine
innovative
creative
novel
pioneering
groundbreaking
unprecedented
unequalled
unmatched
peerless
unparalleled
unmatched
incomparable
singular
sole