How to sign printer in American Sign Language

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Definition:

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Sign Instructions:

Move the thumb of your dominant hand down to the palm of your dominant hand a couple of times. As your thumb makes contact with your palm, your index finger should come down and touch your thumb each time.

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Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of printer

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of printer

End of Sign

Final Frame of printer

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for printer
Extend your thumb and index finger to form an 'L' shape, with the other fingers curled in.
Dominant Handshape for printer
Touch your thumb to the tip of your index finger as if pinching, with the other fingers curled into the palm.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for printer
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb sticking out to the side.

About the Creator

Paul Kelly, a nationally certified sign language interpreter and the founder of strongasl.com, has dedicated his career to bridging communication gaps through sign language. As a CODA (child of deaf adult), with deep personal and professional roots in the deaf community, Paul brings a unique blend of personal insight and professional expertise to his work.

His experiences range from legal to entertainment interpreting, including teaching sign language to celebrities like Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. His passion for innovation is evident in the AI-driven features of this dictionary, aiming to make sign language more accessible for all.

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