Typewriters

noun

A device, at least partially mechanical, used to print text by pressing keys that cause type to be impressed through an inked ribbon onto paper.

Definition

  1. (noun) A device, at least partially mechanical, used to print text by pressing keys that cause type to be impressed through an inked ribbon onto paper.
  2. (noun) One who uses a typewriter; a typist.
  3. (noun) A machine gun (from the noise it makes when firing).
  4. (noun) A prank in which fingers are jabbed roughly onto someone's chest followed by striking them over the ear in imitation of using an old-fashioned typewriter.

Word stats

  • Typewriters contains 11 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 8 consonant(s).
  • It uses 8 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 4.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 19.

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What does Typewriters mean?

A device, at least partially mechanical, used to print text by pressing keys that cause type to be impressed through an inked ribbon onto paper.

How many letters are in Typewriters?

Typewriters has 11 letters.

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