Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

fine print

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.46 in modern English

Syllables: fine print
IPA

14

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

1

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The details, restrictions, terms, or conditions, especially of a contract, often printed in very small type.

Uncountable

Example Sentences

"Before signing up for such an offer, be sure to read the fine print carefully."
"One of the biggest problems many investors face is that it can be hard to figure out what's important in the fine print. Even pros who are experienced at reading the footnotes face this problem."
"Did I read the fine print? Of course not. Do I wish I would have? Well, maybe. Who knows, potentially the fine print would have touched on issues like refunds for rude, late or inconsiderate dates."

Usage

Uncountable

Inflected Forms

fineprint (alternative)

Synonyms

mouseprint small print

Questions

What does fine print mean?: The details, restrictions, terms, or conditions, especially of a contract, often printed in very small type.

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