Cool MateMeaning of Printing
In simple words: Making copies of text or pictures on paper using a machine.
Printing in a sentence
- the invention of printing
- colour printing
- a printing business/firm
- the printing industry/trade
- production and printing costs
- They used 108 different printing characters.
- The book is in its sixth printing.
How to use Printing
Used in both formal and informal contexts, often related to technology or publishing. Not appropriate in contexts unrelated to producing text or images, like casual conversation about hobbies.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a printer making a 'print-in' of your documents.
Related words
Collocations with Printing
- printing press
- printing cost
- printing service
- digital printing
- color printing
Synonyms for Printing
- copying
- publishing
- producing
- duplicating
Opposites of Printing
- deleting
- erasing
Common mistakes with Printing
- Confused with 'print' as a verb in past tense.
- Using 'printing' instead of 'printout' when referring to the physical copy.
- Assuming 'printing' refers only to paper copies, not digital formats.
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Frequently asked questions about Printing
What does Printing mean?
Making copies of text or pictures on paper using a machine.
What is the definition of Printing?
the act of producing letters, pictures, patterns, etc. on something by pressing a surface covered with ink (= coloured liquid for printing, drawing, etc.) against it
How do you use Printing in a sentence?
the invention of printing
Can you give another example of Printing?
colour printing
What are synonyms for Printing?
Common alternatives include copying, publishing, producing, duplicating.
What is the opposite of Printing?
Opposite meanings include deleting, erasing.
What words go with Printing?
It commonly pairs with printing press, printing cost, printing service, digital printing, color printing.
What are common mistakes when using Printing?
Confused with 'print' as a verb in past tense. Using 'printing' instead of 'printout' when referring to the physical copy. Assuming 'printing' refers only to paper copies, not digital formats.
How do you pronounce Printing?
US: /["/ˈprɪntɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈprɪntɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Printing?
Used in both formal and informal contexts, often related to technology or publishing. Not appropriate in contexts unrelated to producing text or images, like casual conversation about hobbies.
What CEFR level is Printing?
"Printing" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.