typographical error

A 'typographical error,' often called a 'typo,' refers to mistakes made in the process of typing or typesetting text.

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Definition

B2General

(common)A mistake made while typing, such as a misspelled word or incorrect punctuation.

Example

  • She found a typographical error in the report that needed correction.

C1Printing

(technical)An error made during typesetting or printing, resulting in an unintended character or word.

Example

  • The book's first edition contained several typographical errors.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "typographical error":

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