working proof

noun

A trial proof that the artist has altered by hand, usually for the purpose of rendering subsequent changes to the composition on the printing plate.

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Meanings

nounworking proof (plural working proofs)

plural working proofs

  1. A trial proof that the artist has altered by hand, usually for the purpose of rendering subsequent changes to the composition on the printing plate.

    Synonyms: trial impression

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA trial proof that the artist has altered by hand, usually for the purpose of rendering subsequent changes to the composition on the printing plate.

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trial impression
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trial impression
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“working proof.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/working%20proof. Accessed November 2, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “working proof,” accessed November 2, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/working%20proof.

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