Definitions for "Proofread"
To examine a manuscript or proof for errors in writing or typesetting.
Literally to read for the purpose of detecting errors for later correction. DNA polymerase has 3' to 5' exonuclease activity which is used during polymerization to remove nucleotides it has recently added if they are incorrectly paired, and is a correcting ability to remove errors in replication.
read for errors; "I should proofread my manuscripts"
Reading and correcting proof early in production.
Reading and correcting proofs early in production.
a review and edit by a second translator to ensure the context of the original text has been fully understood and translated accurately