Uppercase Definition & Meaning
uppercase
- adjective
- relating to capital letters which were kept in the top half of a compositor's type case; "uppercase letters; X and Y and Z etc"
- noun
- one of the large alphabetic characters used as the first letter in writing or printing proper names and sometimes for emphasis; "printers once kept the type for capitals and for small letters in separate cases; capitals were kept in the upper half of the type case and so became known as upper-case letters"
"Uppercase" in song lyrics
See how uppercase is used in real songs:
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"make everything uppercase"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with uppercase
Usage tips for "uppercase"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "uppercase" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for uppercase to find words that pair well.