Copperplate

/ˈkɑpərˌpleɪt/ noun

Definition

A sheet of copper with an engraved design or image, used for printing; also refers to a style of elegant, precise handwriting based on copperplate printing.

Etymology

Compound of copper and plate; originally referred to the engraved copper sheets used in intaglio printing, which produced exceptionally clear, detailed images with fine lines.

Kelly Says

Copperplate handwriting is still taught in some schools—it was the standard for centuries because copper engravings produced such sharp, clear text that people unconsciously copied that precise angular style when writing by hand!

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