a strong effect produced on the intellect, feelings, conscience, etc.

the first and immediate effect of an experience or perception upon the mind; sensation.

the effect produced by an agency or influence.

a notion, remembrance, belief, etc., often of a vague or indistinct nature

He had a general impression of lights, voices, and the clinking of silver.

a mark, indentation, figure, etc., produced by pressure.

an image in the mind caused by something external to it.

the act of impressing; state of being impressed.

Dentistry . a mold taken, in plastic materials or plaster of Paris, of teeth and the surrounding tissues.

an imitation of the voice, mannerisms, and other traits of a person, esp. a famous person, as by an entertainer

The comedian did a hilarious impression of the president.

Chiefly Printing .

the process or result of printing from type, plates, etc.

a printed copy from type, a plate, an engraved block, etc.

one of a number of printings made at different times from the same set of type, without alteration ( distinguished from edition ).

the total number of copies of a book, pamphlet, etc., printed at one time from one setting of type or from one set of plates.

Metalworking . a portion of a die having in reverse the intended form of an object to be forged.

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materiality , physicality

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