copybook

/ˈkɑpiˌbʊk/
noun
  1. A book containing examples of handwriting for learners to imitate.
    • The child practiced his letters in a copybook.
    • She filled her copybook with neat rows of cursive.
    • Old-fashioned schools used copybooks to teach penmanship.
adjective
  1. Exactly following the rules or standards; perfect or exemplary.
    • The team executed a copybook strategy to win the game.
    • The pilot made a copybook landing despite the storm.
    • Her presentation was a copybook example of clear communication.
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