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CARACTERE CONDENSE [2 records]

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Record 1 2017-04-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Graphic Arts and Printing
  • Typography
DEF

A form of typeface characterized by a narrower face than other types belonging to the same family.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Imprimerie et arts graphiques
  • Typographie (Caractères)
DEF

Caractère qui se distingue par une œil plus étroit que celui des autres caractères appartenant à la même famille.

Spanish

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Record 2 1985-08-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Hardware

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériel informatique
DEF

Caractère matriciel dont on augmente la lisibilité en diminuant la grandeur. Il apparaît donc comme étant plus gras.

Spanish

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