Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

dead tree edition

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.44 in modern English

Syllables
dead- tree edi-tion
IPA
18
Scrabble Score
15
Letters
3
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The physical, printed version of a publication.

Derogatory; Humorous; Slang

Example Sentences

Etymology

A dysphemism, referring to the raw materials from trees used in the manufacture of paper.

Usage

Inflected Forms

dead tree editions (plural) dead-tree edition (alternative)

Phrases

dead tree

Frequently Paired Words

dead tree treeware paperware

Synonyms

hard copy

Antonyms

soft copy e-zine e-book

Questions

What does dead tree edition mean?
The physical, printed version of a publication.
Where does dead tree edition come from?
A dysphemism, referring to the raw materials from trees used in the manufacture of paper.

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