hand block1
/ˈhan(d) blɒk/noun
A block used in printing textiles, paper, etc., by hand.
Origin
Late 18th century; earliest use found in Daily Advertiser. From hand + block.
hand-block2
/ˈhandblɒk/verb
[with object] To print (an image, pattern, colour, etc.) on to fabric or paper by means of a hand block.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Odd Fellows' Magazine. From hand block.
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