copy down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To copy something written, drawn, spoken (e.g. on a whiteboard) onto a sheet of paper, notebook etc.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “copy down” mean?
To copy something written, drawn, spoken (e.g. on a whiteboard) onto a sheet of paper, notebook etc.
Is “copy down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.