springer

n 1: the lowest stone in an arch -- from which it springs [syn: {impost}]

2: a cow about to give birth [syn: {springing cow}]

printer

A {peripheral} device for producing text and images

on paper. There are many different types, broadly grouped

into "{impact printers}" and "{non-impact printers}".

Compare {plotter}. See also {Braille printer}, {tree-killer}.

(1996-01-13)