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British pronunciation
/ˌʌndəˈniːθ/

Definition & Meaning of "underneath"

underneath
01

used to show that something or someone is directly below or under something

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The cat hid underneath the porch during the storm.
We placed the heater underneath the table to stay warm.
1.1

concealed by or hidden under something else

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He hid the envelope underneath a stack of papers.
She quickly shoved the necklace underneath a cushion.
02

subject to the power, influence, or domination of someone or something

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The rebels fought underneath a brutal monarchy.
Artists often struggled underneath strict censorship.
underneath
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directly below something, particularly when concealed by the thing on top

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The puppy crawled underneath and refused to come out.
Dust gathered underneath over the years.
1.1

so as to be covered or hidden by something else

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Old wallpaper had faded, revealing bricks underneath.
The wrapping tore open to show a second box underneath.
Underneath
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the lower surface or side of something

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The underneath of the boat was covered in algae after months in the water.
Scratches lined the underneath of the table from years of use.
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I chose the underneath shelf because it was easier to reach.
He slept on the underneath bunk during the camping trip.
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