Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

semisubterranean

Adjective

/ˌsɛmɪˈsʌb.təˌreɪ.ni.ən/

Definition

Partially underground; situated or operating both above and below the earth’s surface.

Examples

The semisubterranean burrows of certain animals provide protection from predators.
In some regions, people build semisubterranean homes to keep cool during the summer months.
Archaeologists found semisubterranean dwellings that were used by ancient cultures.

Meaning

The term semisubterranean refers to something that is only partially located underground, often used to describe structures, habitats, or living conditions.