typesetter's case (Meaning)
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typesetter's case (n)
(printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers
Synonyms & Antonyms of typesetter's case
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typesetter's case Sentence Examples
- The typefoundry's assortment of matrices is neatly arranged in type cases.
- The compositor deftly set the handset type, creating precise lines of text.
- Proofreaders meticulously examined the galley proofs, checking for errors in typesetting.
- The linotype operator used hot metal to cast complete lines of type for printing.
- Monotype machines produced individual characters one at a time, allowing for greater flexibility.
- The meticulously aligned type proofs exhibited the precision of the typesetting process.
- The imposing stone held the assembled pages in place for printing.
- Stereotypers created metal plates from the typeset forms, enabling mass production.
- Electrotypers generated duplicate plates for newspapers and magazines with high circulation.
- The evolution of typesetting technology from hand-set to computerized systems has revolutionized the printing industry.
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(printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers
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The typefoundry's assortment of matrices is neatly arranged in type cases.
The compositor deftly set the handset type, creating precise lines of text.
Proofreaders meticulously examined the galley proofs, checking for errors in typesetting.
The linotype operator used hot metal to cast complete lines of type for printing.
