kerning

[ kur-ning ]

noun

, Printing.

1. the setting of two letters closer together than is usual by removing space between them.

kerning

/ ˈkɜːnɪŋ /

noun

1. printing the adjustment of space between the letters of words to improve the appearance of text matter

Word History and Origins

Origin of kerning¹

First recorded in 1675–85; kern ² + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Suddenly you can hold forth about leading and kerning and other esoteric aspects of typesetting.

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