Subscript Definition & Meaning

subscript
adjective
  1. written or printed below and to one side of another character
noun
  1. a character or symbol set or printed or written beneath or slightly below and to the side of another character

"Subscript" in song lyrics

See how subscript is used in real songs:

  • "subscript 2"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cobol subscript"
    AOL — AOL
  • "how to type subscript"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "subscript"

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