Definition

A part of a typewriter that moves to hit the ribbon and print letters on paper when a key is pressed.

Example

When I type, the typebar strikes the ribbon to create letters on the page.

Conversation

Have you ever seen how a typebar works in an old typewriter?

Not really, but I've heard they're pretty interesting.

Yeah, when you press a key, the typebar strikes the ribbon to make the letter.

That sounds so cool! I didn’t know it was that mechanical.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Typebar → The word is formed from "type" (from Greek "typos", meaning a model or impression) and "bar" (from Old English "bearu", meaning a barrier or rod). A typebar refers to a rod that creates an impression or model of letters when struck, as in a typewriter.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'model' ('type') that makes an 'impression' on paper using a 'bar' — that's how a typebar works.

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