Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blind-copy

noun
/blaɪnd ˈkɒpi/
Definition
A method of sending an email to multiple recipients without them knowing who the other recipients are.
Examples
  • When I sent the invitation, I put everyone in the blind copy field so their addresses remained confidential.
  • Using blind copy in mass emails helps maintain privacy between recipients.
Meaning
When an email is sent using ‘blind copy’ (BCC), the recipients included in this field will not see each other’s email addresses, thereby keeping their information private.
Synonyms
  • BCC
  • blind carbon copy