Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

roneo

noun

/ˈrəʊnɪəʊ/

Definition

A roneo is a type of duplicating machine used for producing copies of text.

Examples

The teacher used a roneo to distribute handouts to the class.
Before photocopiers became widespread, offices relied on roneo machines for duplicating documents.
She learned how to use the roneo in her first job at the library.

Meaning

The term roneo often refers to the process of duplicating documents using a stencil technique, which was common before the advent of modern photocopiers.