ce·ro·type (sîr  -t p , s r-)n. The process of preparing a printing surface for electrotyping by first engraving on a wax-coated metal plate. [Greek k  ros, wax + type.] |
cerotype [ˈsɪərəˌtaɪp]
n
(Communication Arts / Printing, Lithography & Bookbinding) a process for preparing a printing plate by engraving a wax-coated copper plate and then using this as a mould for an electrotype
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