Capline
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Capline is a noun meaning (typography) The line through the tops of capital letters of a particular typeface.
Meaning
(typography) The line through the tops of capital letters of a particular typeface.
Example Sentences
The letter t often falls short of both the capline and the line of ascent. The line of ascent is drawn above or on the capline and equals approximately one third the distance between the capline and baseline.
Word Forms
- caplines
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include catchline, strapline, small caps, all caps, caption, hairline.
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