Proofread: meaning, definitions and examples
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proofread
[ ˈpruːfriːd ]
writing
To read and correct errors in written or printed material before it is published.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Make sure to proofread your essay before submitting it.
- I always proofread my emails before sending them out.
writing
A thorough reading and examination of written or printed material to correct errors before publication.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The proofread of the manuscript revealed several spelling mistakes.
- She did a final proofread of the document before printing it.
Translations
Translations of the word "proofread" in other languages:
🇵🇹 revisar
🇮🇳 सुधारना
🇩🇪 Korrektur lesen
🇮🇩 membaca ulang
🇺🇦 коректура
🇵🇱 korekta
🇯🇵 校正する (こうせいする)
🇫🇷 relire
🇪🇸 corregir
🇹🇷 düzeltme
🇰🇷 교정하다 (gyojeonghada)
🇸🇦 تصحيح (tas'hih)
🇨🇿 korektura
🇸🇰 korektúra
🇨🇳 校对 (jiàoduì)
🇸🇮 lektorirati
🇮🇸 leiðrétta
🇰🇿 түзету
🇬🇪 შესწორება (shescoreba)
🇦🇿 düzəliş etmək
🇲🇽 corregir
Word origin
The word 'proofread' originated from the combination of 'proof', which refers to a trial print of a publication for errors, and 'read', meaning to examine written or printed material. The practice of proofreading has been essential in publishing for centuries, ensuring the accuracy and quality of written work before it reaches the audience.
See also: disproof, proof, proofreader, proofreading, reproof.