carbon copy
The term "carbon copy" originated from the use of carbon paper to create duplicate documents and has since evolved to describe exact replicas and certain email functionalities.
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Definition
B2Document Duplication
(historical)A duplicate of a document created by placing a sheet of carbon paper between two sheets of paper, transferring the writing from the top sheet to the bottom one.
Example
- Before digital copying, carbon copies were a common way to produce duplicates.
B2General
(informal)An exact replica or very close imitation of something or someone.
Example
- She's a carbon copy of her mother in both looks and mannerisms.
B1Email
(technical, internet)A field in an email that allows the sender to send a copy of the email to additional recipients.
Example
- Don't forget to add your manager in the CC field of the email.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "carbon copy":
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