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leading
Maths (of a coefficient) associated with the term of highest degree in a polynomial containing one variable
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[′led·iŋ] (graphic arts)
Space inserted between lines of type to open them up vertically.
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A method of setting small panes of glass in a window with cames fabricated of lead.
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(text)/ledding/ The spacing between lines of text. This is
defined when a font is designed but can often be altered in
order to change the appearance of the text or for special
effects. It is measured in points and is normally 120% of
the height of the text.
See also kerning, tracking.
See also kerning, tracking.
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