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/ˈsɛrɪf/ noun · British & US
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What does serif mean?

noun

A type of font or lettering with small lines or flourishes at the ends of the strokes, used to distinguish it from sans-serif typefaces. In printing, a serif typeface is often used for body text, while a sans-serif typeface is used for headings.

Example

"The serif font used in the book's title made it stand out on the shelf."

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