advancecopies
nounUK /ədˈvɑːns ˈkɒpiz/
US /ədˈvæns ˈkɑpiz/
Advance copies are early books given out before the real sale day.
The writer gave advance copies to her friends before the book came out.
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2. Copies of a book sent to reviewers before it is published.
The magazine received advance copies to review.
3. Early versions of a product shared before the official release.
The team handed out advance copies of the new game.
4. Printed samples made before the final edition is finished.
The printer made advance copies to check the colors.