Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
compositor
Noun
/kəmˈpɒzɪtər/
Definition
A compositor is a person or machine that arranges text and images for printing or digital display.
Examples
- The compositor carefully arranged the text on the page.
- Before the invention of computers, a compositor would manually set each letter into place.
- He trained as a compositor and now works in digital publishing.
Meaning
The job of a compositor involves setting type for printed materials, ensuring that the layout is visually appealing and legible.
Synonyms
- Typographer
- Typesetter
- Layout artist
