print letter

A child practices writing a print letter on lined paper.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A handwritten character that resembles printed type: A "print letter" refers to a letter of the alphabet written in a clear, unjoined style that mimics the appearance of printed text, as opposed to cursive or script handwriting. It is typically used in formal or legible handwriting contexts.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Please write your name in print letters so that it is easy to read. (Use clear, unjoined handwriting that looks like printed type.)
  • The form requires all answers to be filled in using print letters. (Handwritten characters that are separate and resemble typeface.)

Advanced Usage

• "in print letters": A phrase indicating that handwriting should be done in a clear, non-cursive style.
  • The teacher asked the students to complete the test in print letters. (Use legible, unjoined handwriting.)

Variants and Related Words

• Print letter (n, countable): A single character written in this style.
  • Make sure each print letter is distinct from the next. (Each handwritten character should be clearly separate and type-like.)
• Printing letter (n, variant form): Same as "print letter."
  • The document was written in printing letters for clarity. (Clear, unjoined handwriting mimicking print.)

Synonyms

• Block letter: A handwritten character written in capital letters, often in a clear, unjoined style.
  • Write your initials in block letters. (Use clear, separate capital letters.)
• Manuscript letter: A letter written in the standard printed style, especially in education.
  • Children first learn to write manuscript letters before cursive. (Basic, unjoined handwriting style.)

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