subscript

noun

sub·script | \ ˈsəb-ˌskript

Definition of subscript

: a distinguishing symbol (such as a letter or numeral) written immediately below or below and to the right or left of another character

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Recent Examples on the Web Finally, Easier Superscripts Mathematicians, scientists, and other fans of exponents will appreciate the ability to easily add superscript and subscript text to their documents without digging into the system’s catalog of characters. — Patrick Lucas Austin, Time, 15 Aug. 2019

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