Meaning Of The Word Composing stick

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What's The Definition Of Composing stick?

composing stick in American English
a hand-held adjustable metal tray in which a compositor sets type into words
noun: a portable, adjustable, usually metal tray that a compositor holds in one hand while placing in it type gathered with the other hand

composing stick in British English
noun: a metal holder of adjustable width in which a compositor sets a line of type at a time by hand; now rarely used

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