Definition

A structure made of metal or wood that holds type for printing pages.

Example

The printer prepared the forme before starting the printing process.

Conversation

Did you see the old printing press at the museum?

Yeah, I did! It was fascinating to learn about how they used to create forme for printing.

I had no idea that was how they made pages back then.

Me neither! It really shows how much effort went into printing before technology.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Forme** → The word 'forme' comes from Old French *forme*, meaning shape or appearance. It is derived from Latin *forma*, meaning shape or form. The word 'forme' refers to the shape or structure of something.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for shape, 'forme', to remember that 'forme' refers to the shape or structure of something.

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