Definition

A machine that prints text received through a communication line, often used for sending messages over long distances.

Example

The news agency used a teleprinter to send updates to their offices across the country.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a teleprinter in action?

Yeah, I remember my grandfather used to have one in his office.

That's so interesting! What did he use the teleprinter for?

He used it to send messages to other businesses; it was quite advanced for its time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teleprinter → It is formed from "tele-" (from Greek "tēle", meaning far or distant) and "printer" (from Old French "preindre", meaning to press or print). The word "teleprinter" refers to a device that prints messages sent over a distance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'far' ('tele-') and 'printing' ('printer') to remember that a teleprinter is a device that prints messages from a distance.

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