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Printing & publishing

The industry concerned with the preparation and distribution of printed material to the general public.

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hygroscopic

Printing & publishing; Paper

Describes paper that readily absorbs moisture.

hydrophobic

Printing & publishing; Paper

Describes paper that tends to be water repellent.

hydrophilic

Printing & publishing; Paper

Describes paper with an affinity for water.

overinked

Printing & publishing; Paper

Describes printing when too much ink has been used, resulting in heavy print that tends to blur toward the back of the press sheet.

stretch

Printing & publishing; Paper

Describes the "give" of a sheet of paper when it is subjected to tensile pressure.

pressure-sensitive paper

Printing & publishing; Paper

Designates paper that is coated on one or both sides with adhesive. This adhesive is activated by pressure. Usually used in the manufacture of labels and tapes.

top

Printing & publishing; Paper

Designates the felt side of a sheet of paper. The top side of a sheet is the side not against the wire during manufacture. (2) In paperboard, the top is the side that exhibits the ...