also: ベクタフォント
noun
vector font
A font format where characters are defined by mathematical curves rather than pixel grids, allowing smooth scaling. Technical term used in computing and typography.
このソフトはベクターフォントに対応している。
This software supports vector fonts.
ベクターフォントは拡大しても輪郭が滑らかだ。
Vector fonts remain smooth even when enlarged.
Often used interchangeably with ベクターフォント, but アウトラインフォント specifically refers to fonts defined by outlines, a subset of vector fonts.
A font format where characters are stored as pixel patterns; unlike vector fonts, they become jagged when scaled up.
Loanword from English 'vector font'.