What does "indotint" mean?

An early photographic process used in the 19th century for reproducing images, particularly maps and plans.

What is a synonym for "indotint"?

Common synonyms include: collotype.

How do you pronounce "indotint"?

Pronounced //ˈɪndoʊˌtɪnt//.

Indotint

//ˈɪndoʊˌtɪnt// noun

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Noun

1
An early photographic process used in the 19th century for reproducing images, particularly maps and plans. uncountable
"E. & H.T. ANTHONY & Co. issue a large photo-engraving printed in what is called “Indotint” of the “Garfield Family,” comprising parents, children, and grandmother."
2
An image produced by this process. countable

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collotype

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"E. & H.T. ANTHONY & Co. issue a large photo-engraving printed in what is called “Indotint” of the “Garfield Family,” comprising parents, children, and grandmother."

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