copybook

noun

1. a book containing models, usually of penmanship, for learners to imitate.
2. a book for or containing copies, as of documents.

adjective

3. commonplace; stereotyped: a copybook sort of phrase.

noun

1. a book of specimens, esp of penmanship, for imitation
2. mainly US a book for or containing documents
3. blot one’s copybook informal to spoil one’s reputation by making a mistake, offending against social customs, etc
4. (modifier) trite or unoriginalcopybook sentiments