noun
- a small decorative stroke or line that extends from the main strokes of letters in certain typefaces
Usage: typography
Examples
- Times New Roman is a serif font commonly used in books and newspapers.
- The serif at the bottom of the letter ‘T’ gives it a more traditional appearance.
- Many websites prefer sans-serif fonts for better readability on screens.
- The designer chose a serif typeface to give the invitation an elegant look.
- Serif fonts are often considered more formal than their sans-serif counterparts.
- The small serifs on each letter help guide the eye along lines of text.