'Presswork' definitions:

Definition of 'Presswork'

From: GCIDE
  • Presswork \Press"work`\, n.
  • 1. The art of printing from the surface of type, plates, or engravings in relief, by means of a press; the work so done. --MacKellar. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. Work done on or by a press. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]
  • 3. (Metal Work) Act or process of pressing or drawing with dies or presses; also, the product of such work. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]
  • 4. (Cabinetmaking) Work consisting of a series of cross-grained veneers united by glue, heat, and pressure. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]
  • 5. Pottery produced by pressing clay into molds. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]
  • 6. Usually Press work. The work of a press agent. [Chiefly Theat. Cant] [Webster 1913 Suppl.]