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printing
noun print·ing \ˈprin-tiŋ\
: the process of producing books, magazines, etc. by using machinery
: the act or process of printing a set number of copies of a book at one time
: handwriting that uses separate letters that do not join together
Full Definition of PRINTING
1
: the act or product of one that prints
2
: reproduction in printed form
3
: the art, practice, or business of a printer
4
: impression 4c
5
plural : paper to be printed on
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First Known Use of PRINTING
14th century
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printing
noun print·ing \ˈprin-tiŋ\
Definition of PRINTING for Kids
1
: the art, practice, or business of making copies of text and images
2
: writing that uses separate letters
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