Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

compositor

Noun
/kəmˈpɒzɪtə/
Definition
A person or machine that arranges and sets type for printing.
Examples
  • The compositor carefully arranged the pages before printing.
  • In the early days of printing, a compositor worked manually to set each letter.
  • The efficiency of the compositor influences the overall speed of the printing process.
Meaning
The role of a compositor is crucial in the field of publishing and printing, as they prepare text for production.
Synonyms
  • typesetter
  • printer
  • layout artist