impression
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4.8
- noun
- /ɪmˈprɛʃən/
- Specialized
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tirada
- At day's end, all impressions were hung to dry, the atelier was locked, and the key was consigned to Cappelli.
- editions and impressions
- first impression
- surviving impressions
Examples
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The advertisement was the same, too; but the copyright page said, "Impression of 1970."
Fiction book (1991) -
Henry, I have brought with me one hundred impressions of your exemplary Smithfield speech on civil and universal liberty, to distribute tomorrow.
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The four impressions of each type of material were assigned at random to the four types of earmold.
Academic text (1990) -
Because of the powerful impact of the media, commercials directed at adolescents can leave very lasting impressions.
Academic text (2002) -
Carving in wood and metal was employed for several centuries before a technique for producing impressions on paper from carved boards was invented.
Academic text (2000) -
In 1938, the Pyrsos publishing firm published these impressions in book form, Taxideuontas: Iaponia Kina (Prevelakis 20-21).
Academic text (1991) -
The publisher printed a new impression of the novel in 2023, ensuring that readers received the latest edition.
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After reviewing the manuscript, the editor decided to release a limited impression of the art book.
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The museum showcased a special impression of the historical document that highlighted its significance.
Synonyms
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1.1
A set of copies of a book produced at the same time
Compounds
- Specialized
A test print people use to check for mistakes before the final print
How Many
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Impression comes from a Latin root meaning 'to press' and is connected to press and print, the words used for old printing machines. That's why an impression can mean one set of copies made when type is pressed onto paper.