How to Pronounce "caxton"
word
ˈkækstən
KAKS-tuhn
ˈkækstən
KAKS-tuhn
Definition
Caxton refers to William Caxton, the first person to introduce the printing press to England in the 15th century and the name is often used to refer to him in historical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkækstən
British English
ˈkækstən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAKS-tuhn
UK
KAKS-tuhn
Listen in Context
Caxton was the first English printer.
Many old books were printed by Caxton.
Caxton brought the printing press to England.
Historians often mention Caxton when discussing the history of English books.