laser printer

noun

: a high-resolution printer for computer output that xerographically prints an image formed by a laser

Examples of laser printer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Conway’s life journey gave her a unique perspective on the internal dynamics of Xerox’s unique lab, which would invent the personal computer, the laser printer, Ethernet, and other innovations that have become fully integrated into our daily lives. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2024 Unlike many laser printers today, which ship with the toner cartridge already installed, Brother uses the old-school approach of packing the toner separately in the box and already mounted on the drum unit. PCMAG, 30 Apr. 2024 Anyway, here’s the best printer for 2024: a Brother laser printer. Nilay Patel, The Verge, 2 Apr. 2024 Here’s a breakdown of why Brother laser printers are popular and some things to consider: Strengths of Brother Laser Printers: Cost-effective for high volume printing: Brother laser printers are known for their lower running costs, especially for black and white printing. Nilay Patel, The Verge, 2 Apr. 2024 Most laser printers have a drum unit that needs to be replaced periodically. David English, PCMAG, 27 Mar. 2024 Inkjet printers also used far less power than laser printers did and were quieter. Phillip W. Barth, IEEE Spectrum, 25 Mar. 2024 The Xerox Palo Alto Research Center in California has spawned many pioneering computer technologies including the Alto—the first personal computer to use a graphical user interface—and the first laser printer. IEEE Spectrum, 16 Nov. 2023 Inkjet printers need replacement ink cartridges, while laser printers need replacement toner cartridges. Katie Melynn, Peoplemag, 3 Mar. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1979, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of laser printer was in 1979

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“Laser printer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laser%20printer. Accessed 30 Jun. 2024.

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laser printer

noun
: a high-quality computer printer that uses a laser to form the image to be printed

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