How to Pronounce "proofing"
word
ˈpɹufɪŋ
PROOF-ing
pɹˈuːfɪŋ
proo-FING
Definition
Proofing means carefully checking work, like a document, for mistakes before it is finished. In baking, it is also the process of letting dough rise before baking.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹufɪŋ
British English
pɹˈuːfɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PROOF-ing
UK
proo-FING
Listen in Context
I spent the afternoon proofing my essay for mistakes.
The baker left the dough for proofing before baking the bread.
Proofing is an important step in writing and baking.
Can you help me with proofing this report before I send it?