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ectype(dictionary)

ectype (iou)



ectype noun. M17.
[Greek ektupon neut. of ektupos worked in relief, from ek- EX-2 + tupos figure: see TYPE noun.]
A replica or copy of an original, a reproduction. Formerly also, an impression in wax etc.
ectypal adjective of, pertaining to, or of the nature of, an ectype M17.