pantotype

/pæntəˈtaɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of printing press developed in the late 19th century, characterized by the use of pantograph mechanisms to reproduce images.

“The museum displayed an old pantotype press that was used in the early 20th century for printing artworks.”

2. noun

A pantograph used in printing or drawing.

“The artist used a pantotype to reproduce the intricate details of her original drawing.”

Synonyms

  • pantograph
  • reproducer

Antonyms

  • eraser
  • obliterator