electrotyping

/ɪˈlɛktrəˌtaɪpɪŋ/
noun
  1. The process of making metal copies by electroplating, used in printing.
    • Learning electrotyping requires knowledge of chemistry and metalwork.
    • Electrotyping allowed printers to create durable copies of type.
    • The workshop specialized in electrotyping for book publishers.
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