xerox
4 synonyms for xerox, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Informally, a photocopy, or the machine that makes one — from the brand name Xerox.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Informally, a photocopy, or the machine that makes one — from the brand name Xerox.
“Can you make a xerox of this contract before you mail it?”
How to use xerox
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
xerox a document
make a xerox
Etymology
A genericized trademark from the Xerox Corporation, whose name comes from "xerography" (Greek xērós, "dry," + graphḗ, "writing") — a dry photocopying process.
Full origin of xerox →Frequently asked questions
What does “xerox” mean?
The word “xerox” means informally, a photocopy, or the machine that makes one — from the brand name Xerox. In plain terms, a brand name so common it became an everyday word for "photocopy" or "to photocopy.".
How do you pronounce “xerox”?
“Xerox” is pronounced ZEH-roks (/ˈziː(ə)ɹ.ɑks/ in IPA).
How do you use “xerox” in a sentence?
Here is “xerox” used in a sentence: “Can you make a xerox of this contract before you mail it?”
What part of speech is “xerox”?
Depending on how it is used, “xerox” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “xerox” come from?
The word “xerox” comes from Greek. A genericized trademark from the Xerox Corporation, whose name comes from "xerography" (Greek xērós, "dry," + graphḗ, "writing") — a dry photocopying process.
How many meanings does “xerox” have?
“Xerox” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informally, a photocopy, or the machine that makes one — from the brand name Xerox.
