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block print

American  

noun

Fine Arts.
  1. a design printed by means of one or more blocks of wood or metal.


Etymology

Origin of block print

First recorded in 1810–20

Example Sentences

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It has a blush and green floral block print reminiscent of the patterns she grew up with in India.

From Seattle Times Feb. 14, 2023

Natalie Martin The Aussie transplant’s bohemian designs include kurtas, tunics, wrap skirts and maxi dresses, all crafted from Balinese block print silks.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 3, 2021

In the ad, the large white block print on a black screen spells out the word “dangerous.”

From Washington Times Mar. 31, 2016

The cherished Stroh signature gave way to block print, prices were raised, and the 15- and 30-packs were nixed.

From Forbes Jul. 8, 2014

The book printed under the imperial auspices in 1621 was the fifteen volumes of a Chinese lexicon after the block print issued in China of the Sung dynasty.

From An Introduction to the History of Japan by Katsuro Hara

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