Meaning of the word "Background music" in English

What does "Background music" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

Background music

US /ˈbæk.ɡraʊnd ˌmjuː.zɪk/
UK /ˈbæk.ɡraʊnd ˌmjuː.zɪk/

Noun

music that is played while something else is happening, but is not the main focus of attention

Example:
The restaurant had soft background music playing.
I like to have some background music on while I work.