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Roneo

noun · verb · 6 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A copying machine using stencils; a mimeograph.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: historical

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2

noun

Meaning 2

Alternative form of Roneo.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To copy using a Roneo stencil machine.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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4

verb

Meaning 4

Alternative form of Roneo.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative

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5

noun

Meaning 5

a rotary duplicator that uses a stencil through which ink is pressed (trade mark Roneo)

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: mimeograph, mimeo, mimeograph machine, Roneograph

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Broader terms: duplicator, copier

6

verb

Meaning 6

make copies on a Roneograph

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: copy, re-create

History

Etymology

ro(tary) + Neo(style) (“the manufacturer's name”)