noun
copyleft
Copyleft (noun) means the idea of using copyright law to keep information, especially computer program code, free for everyone to use and share.
noun
1
The idea of using copyright law to keep information, especially computer program code, free for everyone to use and share.
"They believe in copyleft because they want their software to be used freely by anyone."
2
A licence for computer software that lets people freely use, change and share the program.
"I have placed my program under copyleft."
"The GNU General Public License is a copyleft licence."
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Etymology
A pun on copyright, which refers to using copyright laws for purposes that are in some ways contrary to copyright's original intent.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of copyleft?
"copyleft" (noun) means the idea of using copyright law to keep information, especially computer program code, free for everyone to use and share.
What are the different meanings of copyleft?
"copyleft" has 2 main meanings: 1. The idea of using copyright law to keep information, especially computer program code, free for everyone to use and share; 2. A licence for computer software that lets people freely use, change and share the program.
