copystrike meaning (slang): definition, etymology and quotations

copystrike

noun

Etymology Blend of copyright + strike.

Internet, Slang A formal notice to a user on a website (particularly YouTube or other video-sharing site) reprimanding the user for copyright infringement.

I uploaded a copy of the film trailer to the site, but the distributor removed it and gave me a copystrike.

copystrike

verb

Etymology Blend of copyright + strike.

Internet, Slang To issue a copystrike to someone or against a piece of content.

I uploaded a copy of the film trailer to the site, but the distributor removed it and copystriked me.
S-seriously? He just said that? I'm gonna copystrike this guy.2018, Alinity, [https://www.dexerto.com/entertainment/twitch-streamer-alinity-copyright-strikes-pewdiepie-for-calling-her-a-twitch-thot Twitch Streamer Alinity Copyright Strikes Pewdiepie^([sic]) for Calling her a Twitch Thot]: