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noun
- 1. a line drawn under a word or phrase for emphasis.
verb
- 1. underline (something).
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noun [ C or U ] uk / ˈʌn.də.skɔː r/ us / ˈʌn.dɚ.skɔːr / the character _ on a computer keyboard, used to draw a line under a letter or word, and also used in file names where a space is not allowed. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.
1. : a line drawn under a word or line especially for emphasis or to indicate intent to italicize. 2. : music accompanying the action and dialogue of a film. Synonyms. Verb. accentuate. bring out. emphasize. italicize. stress. underline. See all Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus. Examples of underscore in a Sentence.
To underscore is to draw special attention to a fact, idea, or situation. When you're involved in a debate, it’s wise to underscore the points that best support your argument. Literally, underscore means “to underline,” or draw a line beneath a word to emphasize it.
noun [ C or U ] us / ˈʌn.dɚ.skɔːr / uk / ˈʌn.də.skɔː r/ the character _ on a computer keyboard, used to draw a line under a letter or word, and also used in file names where a space is not allowed. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.
verb (used with object) , un·der·scored, un·der·scor·ing. to mark with a line or lines underneath; underline, as for emphasis. to stress; emphasize: The recent tragedy underscores the danger of disregarding safety rules.
If something such as an action or an event underscores another, it draws attention to the other thing and emphasizes its importance. The Labor Department figures underscore the shaky state of the economic recovery. [VERB noun] The rash of accidental shootings underscores how difficult it will be to restore order here.
1. to mark with a line or lines underneath; underline, as for emphasis. 2. to stress; emphasize. 3. to provide music or a musical soundtrack for (a film). n. 4. a line drawn beneath something written or printed. 5. music for a film soundtrack. [1765–75]
Definition of underscore verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
v.t. to mark with a line or lines underneath; underline, as for emphasis. to stress; emphasize: The recent tragedy underscores the danger of disregarding safety rules. n. a line drawn beneath something written or printed. Music and Dance, Show Business, Music and Dance music for a film soundtrack; background for a film or stage production.
UNDERSCORE definition: to emphasize the importance of something. Learn more.
