typography

noun

ty·​pog·​ra·​phy tī-ˈpä-grə-fē How to pronounce typography (audio)
1
: letterpress printing
2
: the style, arrangement, or appearance of typeset matter

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Through licensing deals, the Knicks are not only paid royalties but can also set standards for quality and usage, including standards concerning typography, scripts, designs and workmanship that counterfeiters lack. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 5 Oct. 2026 Together, typography, color and photography communicate something instantly, and that instant reaction shapes everything that follows. — Priya Gill, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026 The curriculum prepares students for future education and careers in creative industries, requiring them to analyze, design and render complex graphics, package design, typography, layouts, corporate brand identities and web interfaces. — Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 An Emily Henry novel announces warmth, wit, emotional accessibility, and optimism through bright palettes, graphic illustration, and playful typography. — Madelyn Johnson, Literary Hub, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for typography

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin typographia, from Greek typos impression, cast + -graphia -graphy — more at type entry 1

First Known Use

1610, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of typography was in 1610

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“Typography.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/typography. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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