mad respect for the typesetting days of steel and typecases, but when those terms were defined, i doubt anyone was able to see the future of how type would be utilized. that said, this was my comment on the post:

Nomenclature can change just as language does. These words have taken on new meanings, and that should be addressed.

Digitally speaking, I have always been taught and heard of typefaces as a collection of fonts. Therefore it acts as a specificity marker for me.

e.g. Helvetica is a typeface, Helvetica Bold Italic is a font.

What font is that? Trade Gothic Condensed Bold
What typeface is that? Trade Gothic

Not saying this is correct, but just sharing my understanding/use of the terms as someone actively working in the field.

saving your flames for the fireplace, what are your thoughts on this?