im·print (m-prnt)
tr.v. im·print·ed, im·print·ing, im·prints
1. To produce (a mark or pattern) on a surface by pressure.
2. To produce a mark on (a surface) by pressure.
3. To impart a strong or vivid impression of: "We imprint our own ideas onto acts" (Ellen Goodman).
4. To fix firmly, as in the mind: He tried to imprint the number on his memory.
5. To modify (a gene) by chemical means.
n. (mprnt)
1. A mark or pattern produced by imprinting. See Synonyms at impression.
2. A distinguishing influence or effect: Spanish architecture that shows the imprint of Islamic rule.
3. A publisher's name, often with the date, address, and edition, printed at the bottom of a title page of a publication.
