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Definition of typo

typo

/ˈtaɪ.poʊ/
ty · po
Adverb:typographically
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Plural:typos
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Adjective:typographical
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typo Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A small, accidental mistake made in typed or printed text, typically caused by striking the wrong key on a keyboard.

Example

"Please proofread your essay carefully to catch any glaring typos before submitting it."

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• Rhymes for typo

• Nearby Words

typically
typify
typist
typo
typographer
typographic
typographical

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century as a colloquial clipping of 'typographical error', ultimately deriving from Greek 'typos' (impression or mark) and 'graphein' (to write).

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