Standard protocol in the US dictates that the tassel be worn on the right side of one's mortarboard at commencement and then, during the ceremony, moved to the left side. Teachers and administrators at commencement place their tassels on the left. It symbolizes one's transition from candidate to graduate.
copy. 1  an imitation, reproduction, or transcript of an original: a copy of a famous painting. 2  one of the various examples or specimens of the same book, engraving, or the like. 3  written matter intended to be reproduced in printed form: The editor sent the copy for the next issue to the printer.
What is the difference between Copy and Duplicate? â¢ Meaning: â¢ Copy means reproduction. â¢ Duplicate means an identical copy. â¢ Usage: â¢ The word copy is used with regard to documents, paintings, and such. â¢ The word duplicate is used mainly with regard to objects. â¢ Parts of Speech: â¢ The word copy is used as a noun as well as a verb.