A single character that joins two or three letters into one connected shape, most often to stop them from colliding, as in the combined 'fi' or 'fl'. It smooths awkward overlaps.
Synonyms
None recorded.
Related terms
In plain words
- when two letters get joined together
- letters that merge into one shape
Usage example
In a fine serif, the f and i fuse into a single ligature so the dot doesn't clash with the f's hook.
Categories
- Typography