copybook

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copy·book | \ ˈkä-pē-ˌbu̇k

Definition of copybook

: a book formerly used in teaching penmanship and containing models for imitation

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Recent Examples on the Web Get our daily newsletter The first concern is over Mr Ouattara, who may blot his copybook by trying to run for a third term. — The Economist, 26 Sep. 2019

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