Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lithography
noun
lɪˈθɒɡrəfi
Definition
Lithography is a printing process that relies on the immiscibility of oil and water to create images.
Examples
- The artist used lithography to create beautiful prints of his drawings.
- In the 19th century, lithography revolutionized the printmaking industry.
- Many famous works of art were produced using the lithography technique.
Meaning
A method of printing that involves using a flat stone or metal plate to transfer ink onto paper, typically used in producing images and texts.
Synonyms
- stone printing
- flatbed printing
- offset printing
