type·set·ting

[tahyp-set-ing]
noun
1.
the process or action of setting, type.
adjective
2.
used or intended for setting, type.

Origin:
1855–60; type + setting

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type·set

[tahyp-set] verb, type·set, type·set·ting, adjective
verb (used with object)
1.
to set (textual matter) in type.
adjective
2.
(of written, textual matter) set in type.

Origin:
1865–70; back formation from typesetter

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typeset (ˈtaɪpˌsɛt) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb , -sets, -setting, -set
(tr) printing to set (textual matter) in type

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Example sentences
He rose through the company ranks from a typesetting trainee to vice president.
The print shop provides layout and typesetting services of forms, brochures,
  and annual reports.
It only has to cover the costs of typesetting, printing, and distribution.
Writes and corrects original formats to input typesetting commands in
  computerized photocomposition system.
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