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The term "tympan" in printing refers to a component of a printing press. Specifically, it is a layer of soft, thick fabric used to ensure even pressure distribution, compensating for variations in the height of the type. Additionally, "tympan paper" is a hard paper treated with oil or glycerin, also utilized as a tympan on printing presses. "Tympaning" is the material used in the creation of a tympan for a printing press. These elements were part of the evolution of printing technology, aiming for greater efficiency and clarity in transferring text and images to paper.1234

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  1. tympan paper
  2. tympaning
  3. printing - Metallographic printing (1430?)
  4. printing press: Top Questions
  5. printing - Stereotypy and stereography (late 18th century)
  6. printing - Reproduction of illustrations

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