copying

To produce an object identical to a given object.

“Please copy these reports for me.”

To give or transmit a copy to (a person).

“Make sure you copy me on that important memo.”

To place a copy of an object in memory for later use.

“First copy the files, and then paste them in another directory.”

To imitate.

“Don't copy my dance moves.”

To receive a transmission successfully.

“Do you copy?”

An instance of the making of a copy

The practice of making one or more copies