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font

/fɒnt/
Meanings
  • noun

    A typeface or font is a set of design rules for rendering text in a visually distinctive way.

  • noun

    Fonts can be used for various purposes such as branding, readability, and aesthetics.

Pronunciation
  1. /fɒnt/



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  2. /fɒnt/



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Synonyms

stoup
Rhymes
Words rhyming with font
dont , dawn , gown , lawn , mown , own , pawn , rawn
Variants
List of all variants of font that leads to same result
font , fontal , fonts , proportional , proportional font , proportional fonts , proportional typeface , proportional typefaces , proportionalities , proportionality , proportionally
Etymology
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The word 'font' comes from the Latin word 'fontis' meaning 'fountain' or 'source'. In the context of typography, it refers to the source of characters for typesetting.

Trivia
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  1. There are over 100,000 different fonts available online.

  2. The first font used on the web was 'Courier New'

  3. Fonts can be categorized into different styles such as serif, sans-serif, script, and display.

  4. The term 'font' is also used in the context of fonts for computer screens and digital displays.

Related Concepts
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  1. Typeface: A typeface is a specific design of letters, numbers, and symbols. Fonts can contain multiple typefaces.

  2. Typography: Typography is the art and technique of arranging type to make written language legible, readable, and appealing when displayed.

Culture
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Fonts have been used throughout history to convey meaning, set the tone, and enhance the visual appeal of written communication. They have been used in various forms of art, literature, and design.

How to Memorize "font"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine the different shapes and strokes that make up each character in the font.
    - Visualize the font in use in various contexts such as logos, headlines, or body text.

  2. associate

    - Associate the font with a particular brand or design.
    - Associate the font with a specific feeling or mood.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the first letter of each definition as a mnemonic.
    - Create a sentence using the first letter of each word in the font name.

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