Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

galley-proof

noun

ˈɡæli pruːf

Definition

A preliminary version of a printed book or article, used for proofreading before final publication.

Examples

The author reviewed the galley-proof carefully to correct any typos before release.
During the editing process, the publisher sent out galley-proofs to reviewers.

Meaning

Galley-proof refers to an early stage of a publication, specifically where the content is typeset and printed for review to catch any errors prior to the final printing.