sans serif

The term "sans serif" is derived from French, meaning 'without serifs,' and describes a typeface without the small lines or flourishes at the end of strokes.

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Definition

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(technical)A typeface style without the small lines or decorative elements at the ends of the strokes.

Example

  • Helvetica is a popular sans serif font used in many modern designs.
  • The clean look of a sans serif typeface makes it ideal for digital screens.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "sans serif":

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