Definition of PROOFREAD

proofread

Meanings

Plural: proofreads

Verb

  • read for errors
    • "I should proofread my manuscripts"
  • To check a written text for errors in spelling, grammar, syntax, and punctuation.

Noun

  • Synonym of proofreading.

Origin / Etymology

From proof + read.

Synonyms

copyedit, look over, proof, proofreading

Scrabble Score: 15

proofread is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
proofread is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
proofread is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

proofread is a valid Words With Friends word