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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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drying time

Printing & publishing; Paper

The time it takes for an ink to become rub- or tack-free.

debossing

Printing & publishing; Paper

The process in which the image is recessed into the paper.

basis weight

Printing & publishing; Paper

The weight in pounds per ream of paper cut to its basic size in inches. A metric system is used outside of North America.

genuine watermark

Printing & publishing; Paper

Watermark made with a dandy roll.

duotone

Printing & publishing; Paper

Two-color halftone reproduction from black-and-white original.

double varnish

Printing & publishing; Paper

Two applications of press varnish.

blanket pull

Printing & publishing; Paper

The tack between blanket and paper.