photogelatin

[ foh-tuh-jel-uh-tin, -uh-tn ]

adjective

1. pertaining to any photographic process in which gelatin is used to receive or transfer a print.

Word History and Origins

Origin of photogelatin¹

First recorded in 1870–75; photo- + gelatin

Example Sentences

The paper used for printing from photogelatin plates must be free from chemicals that will affect the gelatin.

From Project Gutenberg

Changes can not be made on photogelatin plates except by making over the corrected parts.

From Project Gutenberg