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Em
In printing terms it is a square unit with edges equal in size to the chosen point size. It gets its name from the letter M which originally was as wide as the type size.

Em Dash
A dash used in punctuation the length of one em.

Em Space
A space the width of one em.

Embossing
Indenting an image, word or shape in or onto a board giving a raised printing surface. An embossed area that is not printed is referred to as a blind emboss.

Emulsion
The dyes which produce the image in a photograph or on film.

En
A unit of measurement that is half as wide as an em.

En Space
A space the width of one en.

End Papers
The four page leaves at the front and end of a book which are pasted to the insides of the front and back covers (boards).

Expanded Type
A typeface with a slightly wider body giving a flatter or stretched appearance.