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beta-read
beta-read
English
Verb
beta-read (third-person singular simple present beta-reads, present participle beta-reading, simple past and past participle beta-read)
- (chiefly Internet) To proofread a text, especially fan fiction.
- 2010, Erin A. Pyne, The Ultimate Guide to the Harry Potter Fandom (page 128)
- This sounds like an AP English class, but in fact, the online community of fan fiction writers are willing to beta-read and be mentors, giving constructive feedback.
- 2010, Erin A. Pyne, The Ultimate Guide to the Harry Potter Fandom (page 128)