Mimeographed: meaning, definitions and examples

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mimeographed

 

[ ˌmaɪmiˈɡræfəd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

printed material

Mimeographed refers to a method of printing that uses a stencil to produce multiple copies of text or images. The technique involves creating a master copy on a special type of paper which can then be used with ink to make numerous reproductions. This method was widely used in the mid-20th century, especially for small-scale publications, educational materials, and flyers. Although it's less common now due to digital printing technologies, it still holds significance in some contexts.

Synonyms

duplicated, printed, reproduced

Examples of usage

  • The school mimeographed the handouts for the class.
  • They mimeographed flyers to promote the event.
  • The organization mimeographed newsletters for its members.

Translations

Translations of the word "mimeographed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mimeografado

🇮🇳 माइमोग्राफ़ किया हुआ

🇩🇪 mimeografiert

🇮🇩 mimeograf

🇺🇦 мімеографований

🇵🇱 mimeografowany

🇯🇵 ミメオグラフ印刷された

🇫🇷 mimeographié

🇪🇸 mimeografiado

🇹🇷 mimeografik

🇰🇷 마임그래프 인쇄된

🇸🇦 تم طباعة الميموغراف

🇨🇿 mimeografovaný

🇸🇰 mimeografovaný

🇨🇳 复印的

🇸🇮 mimeografiran

🇮🇸 mímógraf

🇰🇿 мимеографталған

🇬🇪 მიმოგრაფირებული

🇦🇿 mimeoqrafik

🇲🇽 mimeografiado

Etymology

The term 'mimeograph' originated in the early 20th century, deriving from the Greek word 'mimeisthai,' meaning 'to imitate,' combined with 'graph,' from the Greek 'grapho', meaning 'to write or draw.' The mimeograph machine was developed in the 1880s by Thomas Edison, who invented the process that would allow for the duplication of written material through the use of stencils. This method became popular in schools and small businesses where a cost-effective way to reproduce documents was needed. By the early 1900s, companies began to mass-produce mimeograph machines, and they became a staple in offices and educational institutions until the rise of photocopying and digital printing in the late 20th century. Despite its decline in prevalence, the mimeograph represents an important step in the evolution of document reproduction technology.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,847, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.