Definition of "electrotype" [e•lec•tro•type]

• A metal plate used in letterpress printing, made by electroplating a lead or plastic mold of the page to be printed. (noun)
• The process of making an electrotype. (noun)

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• "Fabricates and finishes duplicate electrotype printing plates according to specifications, using hand tools, electroplating equipment, and metal casting, trimming, and forming machines."
• "Since that date electrotype plates have displaced stereotypes, as they afford a sharper, clearer impression and endure more wear."
• "If this was satisfactory, the block was delivered and from it an electrotype was made for printing."