1copy 
/ˈkɑ:pi/ noun
plural cop·ies /ˈkɑ:pi/ noun 1 [count] : something that is or looks exactly or almost exactly like something else : a version of something that is identical or almost identical to the original
▪ The paintings at the museum are originals, not copies. [=reproductions] — often + of ▪ Can you make me a copy of the letter/receipt? ▪ Be sure to make backup copies of any important files. ▪ I need 10 copies [=photocopies] of this page. ▪ It is a cheap copy [=imitation, knockoff] of a designer dress. ▪ It's an exact copy [=replica, reproduction] of a medieval sword. — see also carbon copy, hard copy 2 [count] : one of the many books, magazines, albums, DVDs, etc., that are exactly the same and are produced to be sold or given to the public
▪ The novel/album has sold more than a million copies. — often + of ▪ Here's a free copy of our catalog/brochure. 3 [noncount] : written information that is to be published in a newspaper, magazine, etc.
▪ She got a job writing advertising copy. ▪ All copy must be submitted by 5 p.m. ▪ Political scandals make good copy. [=interesting news stories]
▪ The paintings at the museum are originals, not copies. [=reproductions] — often + of ▪ Can you make me a copy of the letter/receipt? ▪ Be sure to make backup copies of any important files. ▪ I need 10 copies [=photocopies] of this page. ▪ It is a cheap copy [=imitation, knockoff] of a designer dress. ▪ It's an exact copy [=replica, reproduction] of a medieval sword. — see also carbon copy, hard copy
▪ The novel/album has sold more than a million copies. — often + of ▪ Here's a free copy of our catalog/brochure.
▪ She got a job writing advertising copy. ▪ All copy must be submitted by 5 p.m. ▪ Political scandals make good copy. [=interesting news stories]
