transcription, транскрипция: [ kɒpibʊk ]
1.
A copybook action is done perfectly, according to established rules. ( mainly BRIT )
Yuri gave a copybook display.
ADJ : usu ADJ n
2.
If you blot your copybook , you spoil your good reputation by doing something wrong. ( mainly BRIT )
Alec blotted his copybook–got sent home for bad behaviour.
PHRASE : V inflects