What does serif mean?
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."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.