subterranean
sub
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sēb
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rra
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nean
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British pronunciation
/sˌʌbtɪɹˈe‌ɪni‌ən/
subterraneous

Definition & Meaning of "subterranean"in English

subterranean
01

existing, operating, or happening in secrecy or obscurity

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Rumors of a subterranean organization controlling the city's politics spread like wildfire.
The journalist risked everything to expose the subterranean dealings of the powerful corporation.
02

situated, occurring, or existing beneath the surface of the earth

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The subterranean tunnels were used for secret military operations during the war.
The subterranean river flows silently beneath the ground.
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