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imprint
[ noun im-print; verb im-print ]
noun
- a mark made by pressure; a mark or figure impressed or printed on something.
- any impression or impressed effect:
He left the imprint of his thought on all succeeding scholars.
- Bibliography.
- the name of a book's publisher printed on the title page or elsewhere, usually with the place and date of publication.
- the statement of such information in a bibliographic description of a printed work.
- a name, title, or other designation by which all or certain specific books of a publisher are identified.
- any marketing name used by a company or organization for a product line; brand or label.
- the printer's name and address as indicated on any printed matter.
verb (used with object)
- to impress (a quality, character, distinguishing mark, etc.).
- to produce (a mark) on something by pressure.
- to bestow, as a kiss.
- to fix firmly on the mind, memory, etc.
- Animal Behavior, Psychology. to acquire or establish by imprinting.
- to make an imprint upon.
verb (used without object)
- to make an impression; have an effect.
imprint
noun
- a mark or impression produced by pressure, printing, or stamping
- a characteristic mark or indication; stamp
the imprint of great sadness on his face
- the publisher's name and address, usually with the date of publication, in a book, pamphlet, etc
- the printer's name and address on any printed matter
verb
- to produce (a mark, impression, etc) on (a surface) by pressure, printing, or stamping
to imprint a seal on wax
to imprint wax with a seal
- to establish firmly; impress; stamp
to imprint the details on one's mind
- (of young animals) to undergo the process of imprinting
Derived Forms
- ˈԳٱ, noun
Other Word Forms
- i·Գ verb (used with object)
- ܲi·ԳĻ adjective
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
The Museum and Memorial proved a deeply overwhelming experience for me, a sudden rush of long-ago race history being imprinted in the deep recesses of my mind.
It’s a tough time to sell luxe, but as Encore and its shops open, Steve Wynn’s wife is again poised to leave her style imprint.
Both the Left and the Right have got these traumatic imprints that they enact.
Each death leaves an imprint, as will Wayne's.
That led to a love of classic soul - Otis Redding, Ray Charles, Etta James - that Kerr says is "imprinted" in his music to this day.
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