Photocopy (verb)

1. To make a copy of a document or image using light and a machine.
2. To reproduce an image or document using a photocopying machine.

Origin:

The word photocopy is a combination of "photo" from the greek word "phōtos" which means "light" and "copy" from the latin word "copia" which means "abundance" it was first used in english in the early 20th century to describe the process of making a copy of a document or image using light and a machine.

Examples:

1. She needed to photocopy the document before she could submit it.
2. I will photocopy this page and give you the copy.
3. The library has a photocopying machine for students to use.
4. He photocopied the recipe so that he could make the dish at home.
5. The employee was asked to photocopy the important documents for the meeting.