: one that copies
specifically
: a machine for making copies of graphic matter (such as printing, drawings, or pictures)
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In the 1990s, as computerized color copiers and home printers became commonplace, American banknotes were redesigned to ward off counterfeiters.
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Lila Shroff, The Atlantic, 2 May 2026
Why did the copier go to therapy?
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
These types of printers were later developed into products such as the single-unit printer/scanner/copier/fax machines that were prevalent throughout the country.
—Chris Anderson, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The copier boobs were a *chef’s kiss* beautiful visual gag.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 6 Apr. 2026
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Lila Shroff, The Atlantic, 2 May 2026
Why did the copier go to therapy?
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
These types of printers were later developed into products such as the single-unit printer/scanner/copier/fax machines that were prevalent throughout the country.
—Chris Anderson, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The copier boobs were a *chef’s kiss* beautiful visual gag.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 6 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for copier
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“Copier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/copier. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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copier
noun
copi·er
ˈkäp-ē-ər 
: one that copies
especially
: a machine that makes copies (as of letters or drawings)
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