copying (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒpiɪŋ/

Definition

Producing a duplicate of something, such as a document, image, or text, by making a written or electronic replica.

Examples

• She spent the afternoon copying the old letters into a new notebook.

• The software allows for easy copying of files between different devices.

• He was accused of copying his colleague's work without attribution.

How to Use copying

copy something from someone (prepositional phrase)

To create a duplicate of something that belongs to or was created by another person. — "The student was caught copying answers from their neighbor."

copy and paste (collocation)

To duplicate text or an image from one location and insert it into another. — "You can easily copy and paste information from the website into your document."

copycat (collocation)

A person or thing that imitates another. — "The younger sibling was a notorious copycat, always wearing the same clothes as the older one."

Synonyms of copying

Words with a similar meaning to copying:

• duplicating
• reproducing
• imitating
• plagiarizing

Antonyms of copying

Words with the opposite meaning to copying:

• originating
• inventing

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