proofreader

noun
UK: /ˈpruːfriːdə(r)/
US: /ˈpruːfruːdər/

  1. A person who reads text to find and correct mistakes in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style.

    1. The proofreader checked the document carefully.
    2. Our team needs a skilled proofreader before publishing the report online.

Synonyms

editor
proofreader transitive-verb

  1. To read and correct errors in (a text).

    1. I will proofread this before sending it.
    2. Could you proofread my essay for any grammar mistakes before I submit it?

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The phonetic transcription of "proofreader" is /ˈpruːfriːdə(r)/ in British English and /ˈpruːfruːdər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "proofreader": editor.

Example usage of "proofreader": "The proofreader checked the document carefully.". More examples on the page.