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Definition of mimeograph

mimeograph

/ˈmɪm.i.əˌɡræf/
mim · e · o · graph
Adverb:mimeographically
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Plural:mimeographs
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Adjective:mimeographic
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Past Simple:mimeographed
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Past Participle:mimeographed
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Present Participle:mimeographing
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mimeograph Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An obsolete, low-cost duplicating machine that works by forcing ink through a cut stencil onto paper.

Example

"Before the invention of modern photocopiers, teachers often used a mimeograph to print classroom worksheets, which famously smelled of solvent."

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• verb

1

To make copies of a document using a mimeograph machine.

Example

"The secretary mimeographed the agenda and distributed it to everyone in the boardroom."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1887 by Albert Blake Dick as a trademark for his duplicating machine (which utilized Thomas Edison's patents), derived from the Greek word 'mimeomai' (to imitate) combined with the suffix '-graph' (instrument for recording).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mimeograph. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mimeograph
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