Phrase guide

line printer

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

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noun

Meaning 1

A high-speed impact printer, most often used by older mainframes, that prints an entire line in a single operation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computer-hardware, computing, engineering, mathematics, media, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, printing, publishing, sciences

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

printer that serves as an output device on a computer; prints a whole line of characters at a time

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: line-at-a-time printer

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: printer, printing machine

Narrower terms: drum printer

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: rivikirjoitin — high-speed impact printer
  • Polish: drukarka wierszowa — high-speed impact printer