Meaning
A telegraph that automatically prints transmitted messages in letters rather than Morse code or other symbols, typically resembling a typewriter in appearance.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From tele- (“far, distant, telegraph”) + type (“text, typewriter”), q.v. In the United States, chiefly understood as a genericization of the Morkrum or Teletype Corporation's branded teletype machines. Doublet of telotype.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
printgelah
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles: