typography

/ˈtɪpɒɡrəfi/

Definitions

1. noun

the art, technique, or style of arranging type (printed letters and symbols) to form a page layout, especially in books, magazines, and newspapers

“The designer’s choice of typography greatly improved the overall aesthetic of the magazine.”

2. noun

the study of the design and arrangement of typefaces, especially in printing and publishing

“The typography course covered the history of fonts and how to choose the right font for a particular text.”

3. verb

to arrange or set type (printed letters and symbols) in a particular style or layout

“The typesetter spent hours typography the text to get the perfect design.”

Synonyms

  • composition
  • typewriting