Definition

1. Noun:
   • A device that produces text or images on paper or other media: A "printing machine" is a mechanical or electronic apparatus designed to transfer ink or toner onto a surface, typically paper, to create multiple copies of a document or graphic.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The office purchased a new printing machine to handle the increased volume of reports.
  • This antique printing machine was used to produce newspapers in the 19th century.

Advanced Usage

• "to operate a printing machine": to control and run the device.
  • She was trained to operate the high-speed printing machine.
• "the advent of the printing machine": referring to the historical introduction and impact of such technology.
  • The advent of the printing machine revolutionized the spread of information.

Variants and Related Words

• Printer (n): A more common term for a printing machine, especially in modern contexts (e.g., laser printer, inkjet printer).
  • Please connect the document to the printer.
• Press (n): Often refers to a large printing machine, especially for newspapers or books (e.g., printing press).
  • The book is currently on the press.

Synonyms

• Printer: A device that prints.
• Duplicator: A machine that makes copies (though this can be more general).

Related Phrases

• Printing press: A specific type of printing machine for mass production.
  • Gutenberg's printing press changed history.
• 3D printer: A modern machine that creates three-dimensional objects, extending the concept of "printing."
  • The engineer used a 3D printer to create the prototype.

Noun

1. a machine that prints