master copy

plural master copies · alternative mastercopy

1. mediaThe copy that acts as the main or original version among several copies, such as the master proof where changes from other author copies are combined, or a similar master manuscript with edits transferred to it.
2. businessAn original copy of a document, digital file, stencil, or other item that acts as the main version used to create all other copies, such as photocopies, printouts, or duplicates made by various methods.

   Synonyms: original

3. fine artsA copy of a famous artwork made for purposes such as practice, enjoyment, respect, or imitation.

present singular third person master copies · participle present master copying · participle past master copied · past master copied · alternative mastercopy

1. intransitivetransitivemediaTo transfer edits to a master copy from various stakeholders' copies (as for example with multiple authors and editors).
2. intransitivetransitivefine artsTo make a copy of a masterpiece.