typo

noun

ty·​po ˈtī-(ˌ)pō 

plural typos

: an error (as of spelling) in typed or typeset material

Examples of typo in a Sentence

I spotted three typos on the menu.

Recent Examples on the Web

The notes have the sentence fragments and typos of someone quickly recording their thoughts. — Ari Daniel, NPR, 29 July 2026

Cushy slides, breezy sundresses, easy two-piece sets, and outfit-making tops are all on sale for $10 or less — and no, that’s not a typo. — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026

What’s more, none of those spaces are traditionally edited—as both of us are aware, having both had Indie Next blurbs go to print with typos. — Literary Hub, 16 July 2026

Kate Spade Label Pochette Kate Spade’s small Pochette bag is on sale for $79 (not a typo). — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 12 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

short for typographical (error)

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for typo

• hypo