Meaning of the word type in English

What does type mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

type

US /taɪp/

UK /taɪp/

a category of people or things having common characteristics

Example:

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What type of music do you like?

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He's not the type to give up easily.

Synonym:

kind sort category class group

a small block of metal or wood with a character engraved on one end, used in letterpress printing

Example:

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The printer arranged the individual pieces of type.

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This old book was printed using movable type.

Synonym:

font typeface letter character

write (something) on a typewriter or computer keyboard

Example:

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Can you type this letter for me?

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She learned to type very quickly.

Synonym:

keyboard input write compose

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