Typeface
A designed family of letterforms sharing a common visual style, such as Helvetica or Georgia.
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Font
A specific weight, width, and style instance of a typeface, such as Helvetica Bold 12pt or Inter Regular.
Serif
A small stroke or foot attached to the end of a main letter stroke; typefaces with these features are called serif typefaces.
Sans Serif
A typeface without serifs at stroke endings; commonly used for UI, screens, and modern editorial design.