An instrument for multiplying copies of a writing with ease and expedition.
Word of the Day: Catachrestical
1. An instrument for multiplying copies of a writing; a manifold writer; a copying machine.
2. In bibliography, a collection of different works, either by one or several authors.
3. An instrument for detecting deceptive statements by a subject, by measuring several physiological states of the subject, such as pulse, heartbeat, and sweating. The instrument records these parameters on a strip of paper while the subject is asked questions designed to elicit emotional responses when the subject tries to deceive the interrogator. Also called lie detector
1. Pertaining to polygraphy; as a polygraphic instrument.
2. Done with a polygraph; as a polygraphic copy or writing.
Alt. of Polygraphical
1. Pertaining to, or employed in, polygraphy; as, a polygraphic instrument.
2. Done with a polygraph; as, a polygraphic copy.
The art of writing in various ciphers, and of deciphering the same.
1. Much writing; writing of many books.
2. The art of writing in various ciphers, and of deciphering the same.
3. The art or practice of using a polygraph.
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