Meaning of the word font in English

What does font mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

font

US /fɑːnt/
UK /fɒnt/

Noun

1.

a set of type of one particular face and size

Example:
Choose a clear font for your presentation.
The document uses a sans-serif font.
2.

a receptacle in a church for the water used in baptism, typically a freestanding stone basin

Example:
The baby was baptized at the ancient stone font.
The church's font was beautifully carved.