typesetting
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈtaɪpˌsɛtɪŋ/
KK: /ˈtaɪpˌsɛtɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The process of arranging text and images for printing or display, making sure everything looks good and is easy to read.
Example
The typesetting of the book took several weeks to complete before it was printed.
Conversation
Have you ever tried typesetting your own book?
No, but it sounds like a fun project!
I've been learning about typesetting lately, and it's really interesting.
That's cool! It must be satisfying to see your work in print.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
composition
layout
printing
Antonyms
disorder
chaos
confusion
verb
Definition
The process of arranging text and images on a page for printing or display.
Example
The designer spent hours on typesetting the new book to ensure it looked perfect.
Tense Forms
Past: typeset
Past Participle: typeset
Conversation
Have you ever tried typesetting your own book cover?
No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!
I just started learning about typesetting and it's really fun.
Root Explanation
Typesetting is formed from "type" (from Latin "typus", meaning a model or impression) and "setting" (from Old English "settan", meaning to place or put). The word refers to the process of placing or arranging types to create printed material.
Memory Tip
Think of 'type' as a model or impression that is 'placed' or 'set' in a specific way to create printed text.
Visually Confused Words
upsetting
besetting