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Definition of printworks

printworks

/ˈprɪnt.wɜːrks/
print · works
Plural:printworks
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• noun

1

British A factory or industrial establishment where books, newspapers, textiles, or other materials are printed.

Example

"The historic printworks in the city center was converted into an art gallery and studio space."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Although plural in form, 'printworks' is used as a countable noun taking either a singular or plural verb (e.g., 'a local printworks' or 'several printworks').

• Nearby Words

printmaker
printmaking
printout
printworks
prion
prior
prioress

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