Copystrike

noun, verb, slang

noun, verb, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A formal notice to a user on a website (particularly YouTube or other video-sharing site) reprimanding the user for copyright infringement. Internet, slang

    "I uploaded a copy of the film trailer to the site, but the distributor removed it and gave me a copystrike."

Verb
  1. 1
    To issue a copystrike to someone or against a piece of content. Internet, slang

    "I uploaded a copy of the film trailer to the site, but the distributor removed it and copystriked me."

Example

More examples

"I uploaded a copy of the film trailer to the site, but the distributor removed it and gave me a copystrike."

Etymology

Blend of copyright + strike.

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