font

noun
UK: /fɒnt/
US: /fɑːnt/

  1. A set of letters and numbers in a particular design, used for printing or displaying text on a computer.

    1. I like this font because it is very readable for everyone. [ ] [ ]
    2. The website uses a modern font to give it a sleek and professional appearance. [ ] [ ]

  2. A particular size and style of lettering used for printing or displaying text.

    1. The font size should be at least 12 for easy reading. [ ] [ ]
    2. Choosing the right font is important for making your presentation visually appealing. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

typeface lettering type fount
font transitive-verb

  1. To format text using a specific font.

    1. Font the title in bold to make it stand out on the page. [ ] [ ]
    2. She decided to font the entire document with Times New Roman for uniformity. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "font" in English means: A set of letters and numbers in a particular design, used for printing or displaying text on a computer., A particular size and style of lettering used for printing or displaying text..

The phonetic transcription of "font" is /fɒnt/ in British English and /fɑːnt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "font": typeface, lettering, type, fount.

Example usage of "font": "I like this font because it is very readable for everyone.". More examples on the page.