Definition

To produce copies of a document using a mimeograph machine, which uses a stencil to print multiple copies.

Example

The teacher decided to mimeograph the handouts for the class.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever seen someone mimeograph documents by hand?

No, I haven't! How does that even work?

It's actually pretty cool; you can create copies using a stencil.

That sounds interesting! I'd love to try mimeographing something myself.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A machine used to make multiple copies of documents by pressing ink through a stencil.

Example

The teacher used a mimeograph to create copies of the exam for all the students.

Conversation

I found this old mimeograph in the attic today.

Wow, those were used for making copies, right?

Yeah, I remember my teacher using a mimeograph back in school.

Definition

To produce copies of a document using a mimeograph machine, which uses a stencil to transfer ink onto paper.

Example

The teacher decided to mimeograph the test for all the students.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know I used to mimeograph all the flyers for our events?

Really? That sounds like a fun project!

Yeah, it was a bit messy, but I loved seeing the final copies.

Root Explanation

Mimeograph → It is formed from "mimeo-" (from Greek "mimeisthai", meaning to imitate) and "-graph" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write). The word refers to a device that imitates writing or printing by creating copies.

Memory Tip

Think of 'imitating' ('mimeo-') writing ('-graph') — that's why a mimeograph is a machine that imitates the process of writing or printing.

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