Meaning & Definition of word "Typo"
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Typo
/ˈtaɪ.poʊ/
noun:
- 1. A common and often forgivable mistake in writing.
- Example: It's easy to overlook a typo when you're reading your own work.
- 2. A typographical error; a mistake made in the typing process, typically a misspelling or a misplaced character.
- Example: I noticed a typo in the report that everyone had missed.
- 3. An unintentional error in a printed or typed document.
- Example: Please correct the typo before we send out the invitations.
- 4. A minor mistake in spelling or typing that does not significantly affect the meaning of the text.
- Example: The article had a few typos, but the overall message was clear.
- 5. An error resulting from mechanical or human action during text entry.
- Example: He quickly scanned the email for typos before hitting send.
Etymology
Short for 'typographical error'; first recorded in 1950s.
Common Phrases and Expressions
typo correction:
The act of fixing a typographical error.
typo hunt:
The process of searching for and identifying typos in a document.
Related Words
mistake:
An action or judgment that is misguided or wrong.
error:
A mistake made in calculations or judgments.
Slang Meanings of typo
Meaning: Typo
Example Sentence: Oops! Just realized I made a typo in my last message.
Meaning: Typoed
Example Sentence: I typoed the name in my email.