typewriter
1 synonym for typewriter, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A mechanical or electric machine that prints letters onto paper when its keys are pressed.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use typewriter
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a manual typewriter
an electric typewriter
Etymology
A straightforward combination of "type" and "writer" — a machine that writes in type.
Full origin of typewriter →Frequently asked questions
What does “typewriter” mean?
The word “typewriter” means a mechanical or electric machine that prints letters onto paper when its keys are pressed. In plain terms, the keyboard-and-print machine that computers eventually replaced for everyday writing.
How do you pronounce “typewriter”?
“Typewriter” is pronounced TYP-reye-tuh ([ˈtaɪpˌɹaɪtə(ɹ)] in IPA).
How do you use “typewriter” in a sentence?
Here is “typewriter” used in a sentence: “She still writes letters on an old manual typewriter.”
What is another word for “typewriter”?
Words with a similar meaning to “typewriter” include typographer.
What part of speech is “typewriter”?
“Typewriter” is a noun.
Is “typewriter” a common word?
“Typewriter” is an uncommon word in modern English.
