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overprint

Syllabification: (o·ver·print)
Definition of overprint

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌōvərˈprint/
[with object]
  • 1print additional matter on (a stamp or other surface already bearing print):menus will be overprinted with company logos
  • 2print too many copies of.
  • 3 Photography make (a print or other positive) darker than intended.

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈōvərˌprint/
  • words or other matter printed onto something already bearing print.
  • an overprinted postage stamp.

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