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Movable Type

Definition

Movable Type refers to a traditional printing technology in which individual metal letters, punctuation marks, and other elements are manually arranged to compose a page of text for printing. It was widely used before the advent of computerized typesetting.

Senses

Sense 1 (Noun)

A printing technology in traditional typography where the type blocks can be rearranged and reused for multiple printings.

Example sentence: I visited a museum and witnessed an exhibit showcasing the use of movable type in printing ancient manuscripts.

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Sense 2 (Noun)

A content management system (CMS) originally developed for blogs, enabling users to easily create and manage websites.

Example sentence: For my personal blog, I decided to use Movable Type as the CMS due to its flexibility and user-friendly interface.

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Usages

Usage 1 (Popular)

Movable Type, as a traditional printing process, played a crucial role in revolutionizing the dissemination of information during the Renaissance.

Example sentence: The invention of movable type by Johannes Gutenberg greatly contributed to the spread of knowledge and the Gutenberg Bible became a milestone in the history of printing.

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Usage 2 (Local)

In local communities, movable type still finds use among small-scale publishers and letterpress enthusiasts who appreciate the craftsmanship involved.

Example sentence: The local newspaper proudly continues to print using movable type, preserving the traditional feel and aesthetic of their publications.

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