1. a person who operates a linotype machine, a typesetting device that casts entire lines of type in metal
Usage: historical; printing industry

Examples

• The linotyper worked quickly to set the newspaper's front page before the evening deadline.
• In the early 20th century, skilled linotypers were essential to every major printing house.
• The linotyper adjusted the machine to ensure each line of type was properly justified.
• As digital printing emerged, many experienced linotypers had to learn new technologies.
• The linotyper's job required both speed and precision to avoid costly errors in print.