stereotype

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈstɛ.ɹi.əˌtaɪp/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A conventional, formulaic, and often oversimplified or exaggerated conception, opinion, or image of (a person).

2 Definition

A person who is regarded as embodying or conforming to a set image or type.

3 Definition

A metal printing plate cast from a matrix moulded from a raised printing surface.

4 Definition

(UML) An extensibility mechanism of the Unified Modeling Language, allowing a new element to be derived from an existing one with added specializations.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make a stereotype of someone or something, or characterize someone by a stereotype.

2 Definition

To prepare for printing in stereotype; to produce stereotype plates of.

Example Sentences
  • to stereotype the Bible
3 Definition

To print from a stereotype.

4 Definition

To make firm or permanent; to fix.