B2verbworklanguage
US/ˈpruːf.riːd/
UK/ˈpruːf.riːd/
to read a text carefully and correct mistakes in it before it is printed or sent
In context
Please proofread the report before you send it to the client.
She proofreads every email twice because small typing mistakes embarrass her.
I asked a colleague to proofread my cover letter for spelling errors.
Words that go with proofread
verb + noun
- proofread a documentAlways proofread a document before printing it.
- proofread the reportCan you proofread the report by noon?
- proofread an essayStudents should proofread an essay before handing it in.
- proofread the final draftShe will proofread the final draft tonight.
verb + adverb
- proofread carefullyProofread carefully, because one wrong number can cost money.
verb + preposition
- proofread for errorsI proofread the contract for errors.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I proofreaded the letter.Correct: I proofread the letter.