Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
specimen-copy
noun
/ˈspɛsɪmɪn ˈkɒpi/
Definition
A specimen copy is a sample or example of a particular material, often used to demonstrate or showcase its quality or characteristics.
Examples
- The publisher provided a specimen copy to the authors for review.
- She received a specimen copy of the new magazine to evaluate its style.
- Before releasing the book, the editor shared a specimen copy with the marketing team.
Meaning
It refers to a printed document, often used in publishing, that serves as an example to show the layout, typeset, or design of a particular work before the final version is produced.
Synonyms
- sample
- example
- prototype
