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mimeograph

noun mim·eo·graph \ˈmi-mē-ə-ˌgraf\

Definition of MIMEOGRAPH

: a duplicator for making many copies that utilizes a stencil through which ink is pressed

— mimeograph transitive verb

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Origin of MIMEOGRAPH

from Mimeograph, a trademark

First Known Use: 1889

Rhymes with MIMEOGRAPH

cardiograph, choreograph, heliograph, ideograph, oscillograph, pseudepigraph, radiograph

MIMEOGRAPH Defined for Kids

mimeograph

noun mim·eo·graph \ˈmi-mē-ə-ˌgraf\

Definition of MIMEOGRAPH for Kids

: a machine for making copies of typed, written, or drawn matter using a stencil

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