copies
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/ˈkɑː.piz/
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/ˈkɒp.iz/
(copy)
duplicate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'copy' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'copia', where 'copia' meant 'abundance' or 'plenty'.
Historical Evolution
'copia' transformed into the Old French word 'copie', and eventually became the modern English word 'copy'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'abundance', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reproduction or imitation'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
multiple reproductions or imitations of an original item.
She made several copies of the document.
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Verb 1
third person singular form of 'copy', meaning to reproduce or imitate something.
He copies the notes from the board.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41