copyleft

[ kop-ee-left ]

/ ˈkɒp iˌlɛft /

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noun

the right to freely use, modify, copy, and share software, works of art, etc., on the condition that these rights be granted to all subsequent users or owners.

verb (used with object)

to secure copyleft for (software, works of art, etc.)

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His boss, whom he admires, is waiting to meet with him about the big project.

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Origin of copyleft

First recorded in 1960–65; modeled on copyright

Words nearby copyleft

copyhold, copyholder, copy in, copying machine, copyist, copyleft, copy paper, copy protection, copyread, copyreader, copyright