Meaning of the word "advance copy" in English

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advance copy

US /ədˈvæns ˈkɑːp.i/
UK /ədˈvæns ˈkɑːp.i/
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Noun

1.

a copy of a book, film, or other product that is provided before its official release, typically for review or promotional purposes

Example:
The publisher sent an advance copy of the novel to several literary critics.
We received an advance copy of the new software for testing.
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