In the early centuries of christianity, this title was applied, especially in the east, to all bishops and other senior clergy, and later became reserved in the west to the bishop of rome, a reservation made official only in the 11th century. The term is also applied loosely to any mark of approval or endorsement. Gray board a homogeneous board made usually of mixed waste papers with or without screenings and mechanical pulp on a continuous board machine, in thickness less then 1 mm. A bleed is a bar, illustration, rule or other element that extends outside the trim area. Every industry has its own lingo, and the printing industry is definitely no exception.
The entire process of typesetting a book, printing it, binding it, and then packing it for shipping. The imprimatur rule in the roman catholic church effectively dates from the dawn of printing, and is first seen in the printing and publishing. If you feel that the topic or the complexity of your book calls for a glossary of terms, then by all means, include one. Most pressure sensitive adhesives come with a release liner for ease of application. This dictionary covers graphic design, prepress and print terminology. However, new technology for ondemand printing, based on computers and laser imaging, is developing rapidly and should affect certain types of scientific, technical, and business publishing in the next few years. William blake used the manner for text and illustrations in his books. Either coated or uncoated, this term is used to describe papers that are commonly used as the. Perhaps familiarising yourself with a few printing terms will stand you in good stead. Here is a brief glossary of terms often used in the catholic church that may not be completely familiar to journalists who have not had a great deal of experience in covering church matters. The worst is better than none, and the best cannot be expected to go quite right. The technical term for this physical arrangement is codex plural, codices. Glossary of publishing terms book publishing company. The front and back together of a page is called a leaf.
These details might include the name of the printer and the date and place of printing. Glossary of print terms being able to talk the language of print is important for communication between printers and customers. Book production glossary below youll find a list of terms and their definitions to common book production terms. Roberts and don etheringtons excellent dictionary of descriptive terminology. E typographeo clarendoniano at the clarendon press typographus. This dictionary covers graphic design, prepress and print terminology click a letter to see more layout, printing and binding terms of this glossary. Book paper is divided into uncoated paper also called offset paper, coated paper also called art paper, enamel paper, gloss paper and slick paper, and text paper. Absorbency the ability of paper to absorb liquids like ink and aqueous coating.
Breast the point of the machine where the pulp suspension passes onto the paper machine wire. The books interior will only be printed in black ink, with one color black on both sides of the page. Below youll find a list of terms and their definitions to common book printing terms. Terms used in papermaking, printing, bookbinding and publishing with notes on illuminated manuscripts bibliophiles, private presses and printing societies g. Spoilage paper that, due to mistakes or accidents, must be thrown away instead of delivered printed to the customer, as compared to waste. Terms used in papermaking, printing, bookbinding and publishing, with notes on illuminated manuscripts and private presses. Just in the area of book design you run into terms like gutter margin and folio and face trim.
Adding this section to the back matter of your book is a great way to assist your readers, educate them, and provide transparency. Overrun in printing copies printed in excess of the specified quantity. Breaks when the paper being made on the paper making machine ruptures while passing through the machine. Glossary of printing terms book printing experts for. If you spot any errors or omissions, drop me a line. Folding a sheet two or more times in the same direction. Most books dont include printing on the inside covers, so they are 4004, with 0 meaning no ink. A list of terms and definitions particular to the subject of the book. Usually, the end papers are blank, and thus they make an ideal location for an authors signature. The oxford dictionary of the christian church oxford university press 2005. Printing terms glossary of commercial printing terminology. A component of concepts of print, knowledge of book parts includes the ability to identify front and back covers, title, author, illustrator, spine, and title page. Against the grain folding or printing on press at a right angle to the grain direction of the paper. When a sheet of paper is folded in alternating directions almost like steps.
In some wealthier nations, the sale of printed books has decreased because of. We may add more glossary book terms as technology changes. Glossary of terms print printers printing company in. A clear base film, typically polyester, which is coated with the same or different adhesives on both sides. In reference works, such as a dictionary, a section of explanatory notes concerning content and format might be included. Printing using small sheetfed presses, called duplicators, using cut sizes of bond and offset paper. Although these cutouts dont damage the cd or liner notes, they are visible. Toms glossary of book publishing terms right reading. A section in the book, either in the front or back matter, that expresses gratitude for the help an author received during the book s publication. A glossary of printing, binding, graphic arts and typographical terminology a4 paper iso standard paper size 210 x 297mm or 8. Art critic harold rosenberg coined the term action painting in 1952 to.
Book printing glossary below youll find a list of terms and their definitions to common book printing terms. This glossary is your guide to book production, design and publishing terms. A digital printing technology that allows a complete book to be printed and bound individually, as opposed to traditional publishing that produces several hundred or thousand books in a lot. Ondemand systems are still not common, being used primarily to produce copies of scholarly works. End papers double leaves bound in at the front and rear of a book after printing. A book is a medium for recording information in the form of writing or images, typically. A glossary of book binding terms books tell you why, inc. Printmaking glossary of art terms art encyclopedia. There are a lot of industry terms to learn when printing a book and we know it can feel overwhelming. Typically, one side of the adhesive will be bonded to a specific print or print media, while the opposite could be used to adhere to multiple surfaces. The first half of the glossary contains terms az and is followed by two book anatomy illustrations, descriptions of the various book sizes, a guide to condition ratings, and the most common abbreviations used in the world of. Glossary of catholic terms united states conference of. The plate is covered with ink and then wiped so that only the incised grooves contain ink.
The word pope derives from greek pappas, meaning father. Binding the assembly of separate pages into a finished book or booklet by adhering the edges together by smyth sewing, gluing, or stapling. In fact, you can find a brief glossary of some of this book design terminology here. Usually sewn and glued, hardcover books are then bound with cardboard covers that are reinforced with a stiff cloth before being covered with a paper dust jacket. The printing and substrate industry definitely has its share of confusing acronyms and terms. The book s interior will only be printed in black ink, with one color black on both sides of the page. A book with color printing on the two outside covers and the inside back cover, for example, would be noted as 4044. So, to better communicate to you whats happening with your project, weve compiled a glossary of terms that we commonly use in our industry.
Sometimes it seems every industry speaks its own unique language, and printing is no exception. Dec 08, 2017 including a glossary page in your selfpublished book. Book paper paper suitable for printing and other uses in the graphic arts industry. Glossary of common latin terms found in imprints of early printed. The shade of black used in black and white printing. Cd remainders are usually marked by cutting the spine of the case or punching a hole through the upc barcode. This abbreviated glossary covers only the most commonly encountered terms. Method of lithographic printing that transfers ink from a plate to a blanket, then from the blanket to paper. Language is power, and to that end we at the editorial department have come up with a glossary of commonlyused terms and abbreviations in the book publishing industry. Many of the following terms refer to equipment, processes and techniques that have been replaced with modern technology. Well continue to add to this list and if you have any questions about printing. Intaglio comes from the italian word intagliare, meaning, to incise. However, new technology for ondemand printing, based on computers and laser imaging.
Below we have compiled a brief list of some common printing and specialty substrate terms. In fiction publishing, a trade paperback version is often published after the. These terms will not only help you understand the process of book production, but will help you build success for your book. A standard binding for hardcover books, which uses glue to hold the interior text block to the cover. The books interior will only be printed in black ink, with one color. Glossary of bookbinding terms this glossary has been compiled from a number of sources, including johnson and middleton see my list of books on bookbinding. Breaking process of returning sheets to liquid form. A book remainder mark is usually made with a stamp or permanent marker on the bottom edge of the book, though it may be on the back cover or another edge. Terms used in papermaking, printing, bookbinding and publishing with notes on illuminated manuscripts and private presses geoffrey ashall glaister on. Glossary of papermaking terms abrasion resistance ability of paper product to withstand abrasion. In intaglio printing, an image is incised with a pointed tool or bitten with acid into a metal plate, usually copper or zinc. A term used to describe the orientation of a book, where the book is taller than it is wide.
The bindexpert has been designed to process many different types of paper, including coated, uncoated and laminated stock. The ability of paper to absorb liquids like ink and aqueous coating. This is a quick, handy guide in no particular order to many of the terms that writers will come across during all stages of editing and publishing. Search the glossary of book terms to unravel the puzzling language you may have found in the description of your book. Book paper text weight and is divided into uncoated or offset paper, and coated paper, which includes matte or gloss coating. Trade paperback tpb a largeformat paperback, usually royal or demy size. Boards the stiff material commonly referred to as the covers.
Below youll find a list of terms and their definitions to common book design terms. Inconsistent positioning of the printed image on the sheets of paper as they travel through a printing press. Arm yourself with the glossary below so that when the printing experts bombard you with their secret code, youll be able to decode their gibberish. The process creates a subtle, delicate backdrop to the printed image. Bit the bit shorthand for binary digit is the smallest possible unit of information. Find out what these and other words mean in this glossary of commonly used terms related to reading, literacy, and reading instruction. Boards were historically made of wood, but most modern binders use cardboard. Print on demand books are printed when the order is placed. We take great pride in making our clients feel confident about their jobs during the production process. Hayes, celeberrimae academiae typographus john hayes, printer to the most famous academy, printed this book. Printing agreements usually specify allowable overruns. The cmyk color values for 100% black also known as flat black are 0,0,0,100, which means it contains no colors other than black. Type of board paper used for post cards, business cards, and other heavyuse products.
A5 is a paper size that is often used for notepads or pocket books. Barcodes black and white bars that hold information about your project, including price. Glossary of www technical terms if you cant find it here, check the acronyms or glossary of technical terms dictionaries are like watches. Glossary of common latin terms found in imprints of early. Any material, such as appendixes, notes, references, glossary or index, coming after the chapters of a book. Glossary of printing terms the printer quality offset. Accordion fold folding paper by bending each fold in the opposite direction of the previous fold creating a pleated or accordion effect. The act, process, or practice of examining books, films, or other material to. A glossary of graphic design, prepress and print terms. A colophon, whose name is from a greek word meaning summit or finishing touch, is traditionally an inscription placed at the end of a book or manuscript, usually with facts that relate to its production.
Terms are capitalized only if they are always capitalized. An illustration appearing before the first pages of a book. Glossary of printing terms uk common print design terms. A glossary of commercial printing terms glossary if youre new to commercial printing or print buying is not your primary responsibility, the following terms and definitions should better help you communicate with commercial insiders. Grade of paper suitable for books, magazines, and general printing needs. Glossary of publishing and editing terms paul dudenhefer. Colophons are found in some manuscripts and books made as long ago as the 6th century ad. Some of our favorite headscratchers include kiss cut, grammage, and hickey.
Baxter print a method of printing using oilcolours developed by george baxter 180467. An imprimatur is a declaration authorizing publication of a book. Paper for gravure printing that has very low print roughness and good wettability of gravure inks. Bleed the area past the trim line used to conceal cutting variances for artwork that extends to the edge of the page.
Heres our list of common printing and graphicarts terms, with simple, straightforward definitions youre sure to understand. Glossary of printing terms 2004 an all inclusive desk reference for the printing industry the glossary of printing terms is a service by heidelberger druckmaschinen ag. What is a glossary in a book how to write a glossary for. A heavy, durable coating that can be applied to paper. Bowed a condition where the boards of a hardcover book have turned either inwards or outwards in relation to the leaves. If you cant find the term you are looking for here, then you might like to try matt t. A good publisher does several things, including but not limited to the following. Characteristic of paper referring to how much light it reflects. Stan schwartz supplied most of the printing and finishing terms of this online glossary. Paper that, due to mistakes or accidents, must be thrown away instead of delivered printed to the customer, as compared to waste. Glossary of roman catholic church terms, words and phrases dear visitor, if you know of any other commonly used churchy terms, words or phrases that you would like us to add to this list, please send them to. Cranky says, if you did not find a term you were looking for here, try the complete dictionary of bookbinding terms, including chemicals and adhesives, at stanford universitys bookbinding and the conservation of books web site. Absorbency property of pulp, paper, and its constituents and products that permits the entrainment and.
Let us help with this glossary of book binding terms. A glossary of terms we frequently use for jobs we process. Thats why weve created this cheat sheet of words and phrases to help you through the process. Measured by determining degree and rate that a sample loses weight under specific rubbing action of an abrading substance, such as an eraser. Fine powder sprayed on freshly printed sheets to prevent transfer of wet ink as they accumulate in the delivery stack.
Ondemand book, ondemand printing a book manufactured as a single copy at the time a customer wants to buy it. Printing industry midwest provides this glossary to help facilitate the process. In this photo the book on the left is an original copy and the book on the right is a pod. Glossary of catholic terms here is a brief glossary of terms often used in the catholic church that may not be completely familiar to journalists who have not had a. An item that exists to be renegotiated and revised. One leaf is pasted to the board, with the other remaining free. The common paper size used outside the us in place of 8. Read our glossary book terms list to be better informed about book printing. Book paper text weight and is divided into uncoated or offset paper, and coated. One may hope that even more experienced journalists will find one or two new insights here. If youre new to commercial printing or print buying is not your primary responsibility, the following terms and definitions should better help you communicate with commercial insiders. Typically a softcover trade book, there may be some differences in the text between the arc and final publication copy. There are many printing terms used in the print industry that sound like a different language. I added the publishing and computer related terminology.
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