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Uncommon
Tt
Tt (noun) means a traditional book-size classification, roughly one thirty-second of a full printed sheet. Example: “The old catalogue listed the pocket edition as "tt" format.”
noun
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A traditional book-size classification, roughly one thirty-second of a full printed sheet.
"The old catalogue listed the pocket edition as "tt" format."
How to use Tt
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old printer's abbreviation for a small book size, short for "thirty-two."
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Etymology
Short for thirty-two.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Tt” mean?
The word “Tt” means a traditional book-size classification, roughly one thirty-second of a full printed sheet. In plain terms, an old printer's abbreviation for a small book size, short for "thirty-two.".
How do you use “Tt” in a sentence?
Here is “Tt” used in a sentence: “The old catalogue listed the pocket edition as "tt" format.”
What part of speech is “Tt”?
“Tt” is a noun.
Is “Tt” a common word?
“Tt” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What does Tt mean in book sizing?
Tt refers to a traditional book-size classification, representing roughly one thirty-second of a full printed sheet. It is a term used in older printing and publishing conventions to describe a specific page size.
Why is Tt written with a capital and lowercase letter?
Tt is typically written this way because it functions as a specific classification label in book-size terminology rather than an ordinary word, similar to other printers' size abbreviations. The mixed case helps distinguish it as a technical term.
