English to English Dictionary

Underground Publication

A publication that is produced outside of mainstream media, often associated with countercultural or alternative viewpoints.

Underground economy

Economic activities that are not monitored or regulated by the government.

Underground river

A stream or river of water that flows completely underneath the Earth's surface.

Undergrowth

Dense vegetation, such as shrubs and small trees, that grows beneath the taller trees in a forest.

Underhand

Acting or done in a secret, dishonest, or clandestine way.

Underlayer

A layer of material situated beneath or below other layers.

Underleveraged

Not exploited, used, or applied to its maximum potential or capacity.

Underline

To draw a line under a word or phrase to give it emphasis or indicate its importance.

Underlining

A line drawn underneath a word or phrase for emphasis, styling, or indication of importance.

Underload

A load or burden that is too small or light; a condition of receiving insufficient stimulation, work, or input.

Underlying

Real but not immediately obvious; underlying causes or principles form the basis of something.

Underlying Concept

A fundamental idea or principle that serves as the basis for a theory or system.