gedruk

Gedruk is a term of Afrikaans origin that translates to "printed" or "pressed" in English. In its most common usage, it refers to the physical act of printing something, such as a book, a document, or a photograph. The word can also describe something that has been compressed or flattened under pressure. For example, a metal object might be described as gedruk if it has been reshaped through a pressing process.

The term is widely understood within Afrikaans-speaking communities and is used in everyday contexts. When referring to printed materials, "gedruk" emphasizes the tangible, manufactured nature of the item. In the context of physical objects, it denotes a deformation caused by external force. The etymology of the word is directly linked to the English "print" and "press," highlighting its core meaning.