anilox
noun
an·i·lox
| \ ˈa-nə-ˌläks
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Definition of anilox
: a system of printing that utilizes ceramic-coated metal cylinders to transfer consistent amounts of ink from a supply to the printing plates
—often used before another noun A measured amount of ink is deposited upon the surface of the printing plate (or cylinder) using an anilox roll. The surface rotates, contacting the print material, which transfers the ink.— Howard Riell, Printing News, 10 Mar. 2008
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