Phrase guide

ditto machine

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Synonym of spirit duplicator.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US, historical

Topics: media, printing, publishing

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: spirit duplicator

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

Alternative letter-case form of ditto machine.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of

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History

Etymology

From the name of the manufacturer, Ditto Corporation.