typeface

noun

type·​face ˈtīp-ˌfās How to pronounce typeface (audio)
1
: all type of a single design
2
: the face of printing type

Examples of typeface in a Sentence

The book's typeface is very elegant.
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Before that, typeface protections had been considered in a 1975 congressional hearing but were not met with enthusiasm. ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2025 Sandy and several of his fellow mudlarks have unlocked the mystery of handfuls of lead printer’s typeface found under Hammersmith Bridge, tracing the tiny letters back to a grudge. Sean Kingsley, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Apr. 2025 The answer to that question is, like many matters involving typefaces, fonts, and copyright, somewhat complicated. ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2025 This piece shows what the brand does best with a clean and minimal typeface encircled by a bent plywood frame. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 31 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for typeface

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of typeface was in 1887

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“Typeface.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/typeface. Accessed 25 May. 2025.

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