Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mimeografo

Noun

/ˌmɪmiˈɒɡrəfəʊ/

Definition

A mimeograph is a duplicating machine that uses a stencil to produce printed copies.

Examples

In the past, teachers often used a mimeografo to create handouts for their students.
The mimeografo made it easy to replicate documents for large groups without needing a computer.

Meaning

The term ‘mimeografo’ refers to a device used to make copies of documents by applying ink to the surface of a stencil. It was commonly used before the advent of photocopying technology.