printer

noun

print·​er ˈprin-tər 

: one that prints: such as

a

: a person engaged in printing

b

: a device used for printing

especially : a machine for printing from photographic negatives

c

: a device (such as an inkjet printer) that produces printouts

Examples of printer in a Sentence

I need a new printer for my office.

Benjamin Franklin was originally a printer.

The manuscript was sent to the printer yesterday.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Library offers Apple computers, PCs, printers, and a quiet reading place. —Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2024

Through drive, intelligence, determination and a variety of low cunning, Franklin is established as the major printer in Philadelphia. —Adam Smyth, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 May 2024

There is simply no justification for owning, making or selling these tiny conversion devices, which can be created for as little as $20 by a 3D printer. —Baltimore Sun Editorial Board, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2024

They can be purchased for as little as $50 or inexpensively made with a 3D printer. —Scott Neuman, NPR, 18 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing printer

• 3D printer
• impact printer
• ink-jet printer
• laser printer
• line printer
• non-impact printer
• printer's devil
• thermal printer

Kids Definition

printer

noun

print·​er ˈprint-ər 

1

: a person whose business is printing

2

: a device used for printing or for making printouts