There are many synonyms for the term "metal type," which refers to the metal blocks used in letterpress printing to create text. Some of the most common synonyms include letterpress type, printing type, moveable type, and typefounder's type. Metal type can also be referred to as typography, or the art and technique of arranging typefaces to make written language legible, readable, and appealing. Other related terms include font, which refers to a particular style or design of typeface, and lead type, which was a common material used for metal type blocks in the past. With the rise of digital printing, metal type and its synonyms have become less common in modern printing practices.