proofread

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To check a written text for errors in spelling, grammar, syntax, and punctuation.
noun
  1. Synonym of proofreading.

Pronunciation

en-us-proofread.ogg /ˈpɹuːfɹiːd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-proofread2.wav /ˈpɹuːfɹɛd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-proofread.wav

Word forms

proofread proofreads proofreading proof-read

Etymology

From proof + read.

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