Typewriter (noun)

1. A machine for writing in characters similar to those produced by printer's type, by means of keyboard-operated types striking a ribbon to transfer ink or carbon impressions onto the paper.
2. A machine that is used to type text on paper, it has keys that you press to make letters and numbers appear on a page.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from type + writer.

Examples:

1. He used a typewriter to write his novel.
2. The typewriter was a popular office machine in the 20th century.
3. She learned to type on an old manual typewriter.
4. The sound of the typewriter was a familiar background noise in offices.
5. He bought an electric typewriter to make his work easier.