monotype Definition

1. art.
A one-off print made by applying oil paint or ink on to a sheet of glass or metal plate, and pressing paper against the wet surface to create on it a reverse image of the original.
2a. trademark.printing.
A make of typesetting equipment;
Form: Monotype
2b. trademark.printing.
Originally a machine that cast and set type, letter by letter;
Form: Monotype
2c. trademark.printing.
A reproduction made by this process. Also as adj.
Example: monotype operator
Form: Monotype