Print

Pronunciation: /prɪnt/

Definitions of print

noun a copy of a text or picture produced on paper

Example Sentences

A1 I need to buy a new printer for my home office.

A2 She handed me a printout of the meeting agenda.

B1 The quality of the print on this brochure is excellent.

B2 I prefer reading a print version of the newspaper rather than online.

C1 The art gallery had a collection of rare prints from famous artists.

C2 He collected antique prints of historical maps from around the world.

verb to produce a copy of a text or picture on paper

Example Sentences

A1 I print out my homework before going to school.

A2 She prints the photos from her vacation to show her friends.

B1 The office manager prints multiple copies of the report for the meeting.

B2 He printed the contract and signed it before sending it back.

C1 The artist prints limited edition prints of her paintings to sell in galleries.

C2 The publisher prints thousands of copies of the new bestseller to meet demand.

Examples of print in a Sentence

formal The company invested in a new printer to improve their print quality.

informal Can you print out the documents for the meeting?

slang I need to print this before the deadline hits.

figurative His words left a lasting print on my heart.

Grammatical Forms of print

• past tense: printed
• plural: prints
• comparative: more printed
• superlative: most printed
• present tense: print
• future tense: will print
• perfect tense: have printed
• continuous tense: is printing
• singular: print
• positive degree: printed
• infinitive: to print
• gerund: printing
• participle: printed

Origin and Evolution of print

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'print' originated from the Old French word 'preinte' which means 'impression' or 'stamp'. It can be traced back to the Latin word 'premere' meaning 'to press'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'print' evolved to encompass not just physical impressions on paper or other surfaces, but also digital reproductions of text and images. It has expanded to include various forms of media and communication.