n. 1. The art of printing from the surface of type, plates, or engravings in relief, by means of a press; the work so done. MacKellar. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. Work done on or by a press. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ] 3. (Metal Work) Act or process of pressing or drawing with dies or presses; also, the product of such work. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ] 4. (Cabinetmaking) Work consisting of a series of cross-grained veneers united by glue, heat, and pressure. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ] 5. Pottery produced by pressing clay into molds. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ] Variants: Press work |