Synonyms for

Printing

Verb / ˈprɪntɪŋ / / ˈprɪnɪŋ / Another word for printing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The process or business of producing books, newspapers, or other printed material.

Synonyms & similar words

publish printingprocess impression impress print publishing imprinting reproducing copying typesetting printmaking lithography engraving etching flexography duplication

Synonyms by register

Formal

reproduction duplication publication impression

Informal

copying making copies churning out

Literary

impressing imprinting

Antonyms

erasing deleting removing obliterating destroying canceling

Common collocations

  • offset printing
  • digital printing
  • screen printing
  • book printing
  • magazine printing
  • business card printing
  • large format printing

Word family

noun printing
verb print
adjective printable
adverb printably

Usage note

Printing refers to the process of producing text or images on paper or other materials. It is often used in the context of mass production or commercial reproduction.

Example sentences

  1. I am printing a picture of my cat on the printer.
  2. The printing press was invented by Johannes Gutenberg.
  3. We are going to the printing shop to get some flyers made.
  4. My mom works in a printing company and she designs business cards.
  5. I love reading books that have beautiful printing.

Quotes

  • The printing press is the greatest weapon in the armoury of the modern commander. - T. E. Lawrence
  • Printing is the ultimate test of design. - Milton Glaser
  • The printing press, the pencil, the computer – all are potent tools for extending the mind and changing the world. - Ted Nelson

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