Typeface: meaning, definitions and examples

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typeface

[ ˈtaɪpfeɪs ]

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graphic design

The particular design of a set of letters, numbers, or symbols used in printing or on a screen.

Synonyms

font, lettering, script

Examples of usage

This typeface is very modern and sleek.
I love the typeface they used for the logo.

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typography

A particular design of type, including not only the shape of the characters but also the spacing between them.

Synonyms

font, print, style

Examples of usage

The typeface of this book makes it very easy to read.
Choosing the right typeface is crucial for a good design.

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publishing

A set of one or more fonts, each composed of glyphs that share common design features.

Synonyms

character set, font family, glyph set

Examples of usage

The magazine uses a unique typeface for its headlines.
The typeface choice can greatly impact the readability of the text.

Translations

Translations of the word "typeface" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tipo de letra

🇮🇳 टाइपफेस

🇩🇪 Schriftbild

🇮🇩 jenis huruf

🇺🇦 гарнітура

🇵🇱 krój pisma

🇯🇵 書体 (しょたい)

🇫🇷 police de caractères

🇪🇸 tipografía

🇹🇷 yazı tipi

🇰🇷 서체

🇸🇦 نوع الخط

🇨🇿 písmo

🇸🇰 písmo

🇨🇳 字体

🇸🇮 tipografija

🇮🇸 letur

🇰🇿 қаріп

🇬🇪 შრიფტი

🇦🇿 şrift

🇲🇽 tipografía

Word origin

The term 'typeface' originated in the early 19th century, derived from 'type' and 'face', referring to the design of textual characters. Typefaces have evolved over the centuries with the development of printing and digital technologies, playing a crucial role in visual communication and graphic design.