printer
PRIHN-tuh
Printer (noun) means a machine that produces text or images on paper, typically connected to a computer. Example: “I need to buy a new printer because the old one jams constantly.”
noun
1
A machine that produces text or images on paper, typically connected to a computer.
"I need to buy a new printer because the old one jams constantly."
"Is the printer connected to the wireless network in the office?"
"The printer is out of ink again."
2
A person or business that prints books, documents, or other material professionally.
"The village printer produced posters and leaflets for every local event."
"My uncle worked as a printer and still loves the smell of fresh ink."
"The manuscript was sent to the printer for typesetting."
How to use printer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the machine that prints documents, or a person/company whose job is printing.
Common pairings
3D printer
laser printer
send to the printer
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Etymology
From print plus the agent suffix -er.
Synonyms
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press
typographer
lithographer
imprint
publisher
publishing house
printseller
printshop
printing shop
printing house
imprimery
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Rhymes for printer
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What does “printer” mean?
The word “printer” means a machine that produces text or images on paper, typically connected to a computer. In plain terms, either the machine that prints documents, or a person/company whose job is printing.
How do you pronounce “printer”?
“Printer” is pronounced PRIHN-tuh (/ˈpɹɪntɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “printer” in a sentence?
Here is “printer” used in a sentence: “The printer is out of ink again.”
What is another word for “printer”?
Words with a similar meaning to “printer” include imprint, publisher, publishing house, printseller, printshop and printing shop.
What part of speech is “printer”?
“Printer” is a noun.
Is “printer” a common word?
“Printer” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “printer” have?
“Printer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a machine that produces text or images on paper, typically connected to a computer.
What is the difference between a 'printer' and a 'publisher'?
A publisher decides which books or documents to produce, edits them, and arranges their distribution and sale. A printer physically produces the copies, running the presses or machines that put text and images onto paper.
What is the difference between an 'inkjet' and a 'laser' printer?
An inkjet printer sprays tiny drops of liquid ink onto the page and is popular for photos and home use. A laser printer uses heat and toner powder to fuse the image onto paper, and it is generally faster and cheaper for high-volume text printing.
What is the difference between a 'printer' and a 'copier'?
A printer produces a document from a digital file sent by a computer. A copier, or photocopier, duplicates a physical document that is already printed, though many modern office machines combine both functions.
What is the difference between a 'printer' and a 'scanner'?
A printer outputs information onto paper, turning a digital file into a physical page. A scanner does the reverse, capturing a physical document and turning it into a digital image or file.
