draft copy
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Definition
- Noun:
- A preliminary version of a written work: A "draft copy" is an early, unpolished version of a document, manuscript, or text that is subject to revision and editing before the final version is produced.
Usage
- A "draft copy" is used to refer to a work-in-progress. It is typically shared for review, feedback, or editing purposes. The term emphasizes that the content is not final and is expected to undergo changes.
Examples
- Noun:
- Please review this draft copy of the report and provide your comments by Friday.
- The author sent a draft copy of the first chapter to her editor.
- We are working from a draft copy of the contract; the final version will be ready next week.
Advanced Usage
- "Working draft copy": Emphasizes that the document is actively being edited and is the current version in use during the development process.
- The committee is discussing the working draft copy of the proposal.
Variants and Related Words
- Draft (noun): A preliminary version of a written document. (e.g., ).
- Manuscript (noun): An author's text that has not yet been published. A draft copy can be a version of a manuscript.
- Proof (noun): A trial printing of a document for final review and correction, typically a later stage than a draft copy.
Synonyms
- Preliminary version: An early form of something.
- Rough copy: An unrefined, initial version.
- Working paper: A document serving as a basis for discussion or revision.
Antonyms
- Final copy: The completed and approved version of a document.
- Published version: The officially released and distributed text.
Noun
- any of the various versions in the development of a written work
- a preliminary draft
- the final draft of the constitution