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cyclostyle

noun · verb · 5 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A circular group of columns without a core.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: architecture

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A device used to make copies of a drawing or writing, via small punctures made in the outline

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To use such a wheel and puncture device to make copies.

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4

noun

Meaning 4

a writing implement with a small toothed wheel that cuts small holes in a stencil

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: writing implement

5

verb

Meaning 5

print with an implement with small toothed wheels that cuts small holes in a stencil

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: print, impress

History

Etymology

From cyclo- + style (as in stylus). Late 19th century.