printing press

noun

: a machine that produces printed copies

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The pair started their business as printers, able to expand after purchasing their own printing press. Angela Andaloro, People.com, 29 May 2025 Johannes Gutenberg combined woodblock engraving, coin-making and the wine press to create his printing press. David Brooks, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2025 Before Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press in the middle of the 15th century, books had to be written by hand. Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Mar. 2025 Hnin’s father, Peng Uk, worked at the printing press. Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for printing press

Word History

First Known Use

1578, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of printing press was in 1578

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“Printing press.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/printing%20press. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.

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printing press

noun
: a machine that produces printed copies

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