noun Download 🔗Share The part of a printing press which presses the paper against the type and by which the impression is made. Examples : "The printer technician adjusted the platens to ensure even pressure and a clear print on each page. " machine technology writing industry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The part of a typewriter or printer on which the paper rests to receive an impression. Examples : "The old typewriter's platens were worn smooth, making it difficult for the letters to print clearly on the paper. " technology machine writing device part stationery Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The movable table of a planer or other machine tool, on which the work is fastened, and presented to the action of the tool. Examples : "The metalworker carefully secured the heavy steel plate onto the platens of the milling machine before beginning the intricate cut. " machine technical industry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The flat glass surface of a scanner or photocopier on which operators place items to be scanned. Examples : "Please proofread the sentence before sending it. Here's a simple sentence using "platens" correctly: "She carefully placed the old photo face down on the scanner's platens before closing the lid." " technology machine device electronics computing Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
