underscored; underscoring; underscores
Definition of underscore
(Entry 1 of 2)
3
: to provide (action on film) with accompanying music
underscore
nounDefinition of underscore (Entry 2 of 2)
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
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The first known use of underscore was in 1771
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