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headstick
A straight spacing strip placed above the type inside a printing frame to form the top margin
Pronunciation: /ˈhɛdˌstɪk/
Meaning
A straight spacing strip placed above the type inside a printing frame to form the top margin.
Example
The printer fitted a headstick above the type before locking the frame.
The printer fitted a headstick above the type before locking the frame.
Practice tips
- Practice headstick out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.