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galley proof

 

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Noun galley proof has 1 sense
  1. galley proof - a proof taken before the type is broken up to print pages
    --1 is a kind of
    proof, test copy, trial impression

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Galley Proof

Definition:

Galley proof refers to a preliminary version of a publication meant for proofreading, typically in print form.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses and Usages:

(1) The initial typeset version of a publication for proofreading purposes.

After finalizing the manuscript, the author received the galley proof to check for any last-minute errors.

(2) A digital representation of a publication intended for proofreading, often in PDF format.

The editor shared the galley proof with the author electronically for a quick review.

(3) Historically, a galley proof referred to a long, narrow tray used for displaying and correcting printed material.

The old printing press utilized galley proofs to ensure accurate text alignment on newspapers.

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