type (composition equipment)

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Scope note
The rectangular pieces, usually metal, having on one side a letter or other character, from which text is composed and set to be printed. For sets of printed characters that share certain characteristics of style or design, use "typefaces."
type
Accepted term: 10-Mar-2025