Breviers

/brəˈvɪrz/ noun

Definition

Plural of brevier; multiple sizes or examples of this smaller printing typeface.

Etymology

English plural of 'brevier', following standard pluralization rules. Emerged naturally as printers discussed multiple fonts of this particular size.

Kelly Says

When a Renaissance printer ordered supplies, they'd ask for 'two breviers and a minion'—these were their toolkit, like paint tubes for an artist.

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