Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
platen
noun
/ˈplæt.ən/
Definition
A flat plate used in machinery, especially in printing or press operations.
Examples
- The printer’s platen ensures that each page is pressed evenly against the inked type.
- In bookbinding, the platen is crucial for applying pressure to bind the pages together.
Meaning
A platen serves as a surface against which pressure is applied to material, such as paper, during printing or molding processes.
Synonyms
- plate
- press
- plateau
