Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

printing

noun
/ˈprɪntɪŋ/
Definition
The process of reproducing text and images, typically using ink on paper.
Examples
  • The printing of books revolutionized the way knowledge was shared.
  • She worked in a printing shop that specialized in custom invitations.
  • Digital printing has made the production of small runs more affordable.
Meaning
Printing refers to the method of producing copies of text, illustrations, or designs on a substrate, most commonly paper, but it can also include other materials.
Synonyms
  • publishing
  • pressing
  • duplication
  • production