verb
- reads and corrects errors in written text before publication or final submission
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘proofread’
Examples
- She proofreads all the company newsletters before they are sent out.
- The editor proofreads each manuscript carefully for spelling and grammar errors.
- He always proofreads his emails before hitting send.
- The publishing house proofreads every book at least twice.
- My sister proofreads my essays to help me improve my writing.
- The teacher proofreads student papers and provides feedback.