Letterpress
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈlɛtɚˌpɹɛs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Letterpress is a noun meaning (printing) Printing directly from type, in distinction from printing from plates.
Meaning
(printing) Printing directly from type, in distinction from printing from plates.
More Meanings
- (printing) A machine used for such printing.
- (printing) The printing process in which ink is applied to the top surface of a raised image area, which is then pressed against paper to transfer the image.
Word Forms
- letterpresses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include presswork, printing, handpress, lithography, platen, graphotype.
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