Bluepencils is a term used to describe the editing process of a written work. There are many synonyms for this term, including editing, revising, proofreading, correcting and polishing. Each of these terms has a slightly different meaning, with editing referring to the more general process of revising a written work, while proofreading focuses more on correcting grammatical errors. Revising and correcting both involve the process of reviewing an initial draft and refining it to produce a final copy. Polishing involves the final touches to a written work, including checking for consistency and flow. These synonyms are all essential in producing a polished written product.