ductor
[ duhk-ter ]
/ ˈdʌk tər /
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noun Printing.
the roller that conveys ink in a press from the ink reservoir to the distributor.
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Origin of ductor
Words nearby ductor
ducting, duction, duct keel, ductless, ductless gland, ductor, ducts of Rivinus, duct tape, ductule, ductus, ductus arteriosis
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The Sailor's Word-Book|William Henry Smyth"Wish I could sit on the seat with the king-ductor," besought little Eddo, moving about uneasily.
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