Concept / Printing press
Printing press
A machine that applies pressure to print from a plate onto paper
A machine that applies pressure to print from a plate onto paper.
Medium-sized dog
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A phrase to start with
Specifies a printing press as making equipment.
Appearance and effects
A machine applying pressure to plate and paper is visible.
Visual traits
- plate
- paper
- pressure mechanism
Expected changes
- A pressure mechanism is more likely to appear
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Definition
A printing press is a machine for applying pressure to a plate and support. It does not determine print method, plate content, or finished style.
In more detail
It identifies machine use; print subject and color remain separate choices.
Includes
- A machine printing a plate with pressure
Excludes
- A particular printing method or finished style
What this does not imply
- A particular print method, finished style, or subject
Variability
Based on general reference; machine form varies.
Usage and adjustments
Usage
- Specify it as equipment
Distinguish similar expressions
- Specify print method separately
Typical uses
- Print a plate onto paper
Possible failure modes
- Machine is unreadable
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