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An instrument for writing by means of type, a typewheel, or the like, in which the operator makes use of a sort of keyboard, in order to obtain printed impressions of the characters upon paper.

rves as the means of operating it; as, a telegraph key; the keys of a pianoforte, or of a typewriter.

The whole arrangement, or one range, of the keys of an organ, typewriter, etc.

h of which corresponds to a line of separate types. By pressing upon keys like those of a typewriter the matrices for one line are properly arranged; the stereotype, or slug, is then cast and planed, and the matrices are returned to their proper places, the whole process being automatic.

Hence, an analogous part of a typewriter, on which the paper rests to receive an impression.

its periphery, used in machines for paging or numbering, or in ticket-printing machines, typewriters, etc.; a type wheel.

A bar or key, in a typewriter or typesetting machine, used for spacing between letters.

To write with a typewriter. [Recent]

The act or art of using a typewriter; also, a print made with a typewriter.

A person who operates a typewriting machine; a typewriter.

ed from the curious irregular lines on its eggs. [Prov. Eng.] -- Writing machine. Same as Typewriter. -- Writing master, one who teaches the art of penmanship. -- Writing obligatory (Law), a bond. -- Writing paper, paper intended for writing upon with ink, usually finished with a smooth surface, and sized. -- Writi…