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    Misprint

    /ˈmɪs.prɪnt/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A typographical error in a printed text.
    The author's name was a misprint in the book's opening credits.
    An error in printing or typesetting that results in incorrect text.
    Due to a misprint, the instructions were unclear and confused many readers.
    A mistake in printing leading to incorrect information being presented.
    The misprint in the newspaper led to a misunderstanding of the event's details.

    Etymology

    The term 'misprint' is derived from the prefix 'mis-' meaning wrong or incorrect, combined with 'print', referring to text produced on paper.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    print run:
    A series of printed copies.
    proofreading:
    Checking text for errors before printing.
    typo:
    A typographical error.

    Related Words

    typography
    The art and technique of arranging type to make written language legible, readable, and visually appealing.
    proof
    A trial impression of a printed work made to check for errors.
    edit
    To revise or correct written material.

    Slang Meanings

    A goof in print.
    That misprint is such a goof; they spelled the author's name wrong.
    A print blooper.
    Did you see that print blooper in the magazine at the store?