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3D printed en · ADJ

Pronunciation

• /ˈθɹiː ˈdiː ˈpɹɪntəd/ (UK)
• /ˈθɹi ˈdi ˈpɹɪntɪd/ (US)

Meanings

1. (not-comparable) Created by using a 3D printer.
   • The first 3D printed parts have been installed on Chiltern Railways trains, in a trial undertaken by Angel Trains [...] The companies say the trial demonstrates how 3D printing can speed up the replacement of obsolete parts and help get vehicles back in service more quickly. [...] A 3D printed replacement part can be replaced on demand and installed immediately. 2019 October 23, Rail, page 15:

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