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elliptical dot

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In halftone photography, elongated dots that give improved gradation of tones particularly in middle tones and vignettes - also called chain dots.

flash exposure

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In halftone photography, the supplementary exposure given to strengthen the dots in the shadow areas of negatives.

basic size

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In inches 25 X 38 for book papers, 20 X 26 for cover papers, 22.5 x 28.5 or 22.5 X 35 for bristols, 25.5 X 30.5 for index.

drier

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In ink making, a substance added to hasten drying.

body

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In ink making, a term referring to the viscosity, or consistency, of an ink (e.g., an ink with too much body is stiff).

paste drier

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In ink making, a type of drier, usually a combination of drying compounds.

solvent release

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In ink, the ability of a binder to influence the rate of evaporation of a solvent.