Definition

Related to a device that can copy or enlarge drawings or designs.

Example

The engineer used a pantographic tool to create a larger version of the blueprint.

Conversation

Have you seen the new designs that use pantographic techniques?

Yeah, they look really interesting and unique!

I love how they can create intricate patterns so easily.

Definitely! It's amazing what pantographic methods can do for art.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pantographic → It is formed from "pan-" (meaning all) and "grapho" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write or draw) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "pantographic" refers to something that relates to all forms of writing or drawing, often in the context of a device that reproduces images or drawings.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pan-' meaning 'all' and 'grapho' meaning 'to write' — this helps you remember that 'pantographic' relates to all forms of writing or drawing.

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