composing stick

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Definitions of composing stick words

noun composing stick a metal holder of adjustable width in which a compositor sets a line of type at a time by hand; now rarely used 3
noun composing stick a hand-held adjustable metal tray in which a compositor sets type into words 3
noun composing stick a portable, adjustable, usually metal tray that the compositor holds in one hand while placing in it type gathered with the other hand. 1
noun composing stick A device used in printing with movable type to hold the type as it is being selected. 0

before 1670

One of the 47% oldest English words

First recorded in 1670-80

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 5% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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