Reprinting: meaning, definitions and examples

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reprinting

 

[ ˌriːˈprɪntɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

publishing process

Reprinting refers to the process of producing additional copies of a printed work. This can include books, articles, or any other documents that have previously been printed. It is often done to meet demand or to correct errors in the original printing.

Synonyms

duplicate, reissue, replication

Examples of usage

  • The reprinting of the novel was announced after it sold out.
  • They decided on a reprinting of the magazine to include updated information.
  • This work is being reprinted with illustrations for the new edition.
Context #2 | Verb

publishing act

To reprint means to print again or to produce multiple copies of an already published work. Authors may request a reprinting of their books if they receive more orders than initially printed.

Synonyms

reproduce, reproduce, republish

Examples of usage

  • The publisher decided to reprint the book due to its popularity.
  • We plan to reprint the pamphlet next month.
  • After the first run, the team had to reprint the flyers quickly.

Translations

Translations of the word "reprinting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reimpressão

🇮🇳 पुनर्मुद्रण

🇩🇪 Neudruck

🇮🇩 pencetakan ulang

🇺🇦 перевидання

🇵🇱 wznowienie

🇯🇵 再印刷

🇫🇷 réimpression

🇪🇸 reimpresión

🇹🇷 yeniden basım

🇰🇷 재인쇄

🇸🇦 إعادة الطباعة

🇨🇿 přetisk

🇸🇰 opätovné tlačenie

🇨🇳 再印刷

🇸🇮 ponovna natisnitev

🇮🇸 afturprentun

🇰🇿 қайта басып шығару

🇬🇪 მეორე ბეჭდვა

🇦🇿 təkrar çap

🇲🇽 reimpresión

Etymology

The term 'reprinting' originates from the prefix 're-', which denotes repetition or backward motion in Latin, combined with the verb 'print', which traces its origins to the Old English 'pryntan', meaning to press or to print. The concept of reprinting has been around since the invention of the printing press in the 15th century, which revolutionized the production of written works. As the printing industry evolved, the practice of reprinting became essential to meet the growing demands for literature and information. In the 19th century, as literacy rates increased, so did the necessity for publishers to produce more copies of popular works. The term has maintained its relevance through the digital age, adapting to refer not just to physical copies but also to electronic reproductions and editions.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,401, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.