proofread
pronunciation
How to pronounce proofread in British English:
UK [ˈpruːfriːd , ˈpruːfred]
How to pronounce proofread in American English:
US [ˈpruːfriːd , ˈpruːfred]
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- Verb:
- read for errors
Word Origin
- proofread (v.)
- also proof-read, 1878, back-formation from proofreader. Related: Proofread; Proofreading.
Example
- 1. Proofread and sign your name at the bottom .
- 2. Proofread your short report carefully before sending it to the reader .
- 3. Proofread final paper carefully for spelling , punctuation , missing or duplicated words .
- 4. Spell check and have others proofread your resume to make sure it makes sense : having several typo 's on your resume makes you look like a dork .
- 5. I have proofread twenty pages .