monotype

noun
UK: /ˈmɒnəʊtaɪp/
US: /ˈmɑːnəˌtaɪp/

  1. A unique print made from a painted or inked surface.

    1. She created a beautiful monotype with vibrant colors.
    2. The artist explored the possibilities of monotype, producing a series of unique prints with textures.

  2. A typesetting machine that casts single type characters.

    1. The old printing shop still used a monotype for setting text.
    2. Before digital typesetting, the monotype was essential for producing high-quality printed materials.

Synonyms

print
monotype verb

  1. To print something as a monotype, creating a single, unique print.

    1. He decided to monotype the image to make it special.
    2. The art student learned how to monotype her drawings, creating unique versions of each piece.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "monotype" in English means: A unique print made from a painted or inked surface., A typesetting machine that casts single type characters..

The phonetic transcription of "monotype" is /ˈmɒnəʊtaɪp/ in British English and /ˈmɑːnəˌtaɪp/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "monotype": print.

Example usage of "monotype": "She created a beautiful monotype with vibrant colors.". More examples on the page.