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be·neath
 beneath
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- pronunciation:
- b
nith
- parts of speech:
- adverb, preposition
part of speech: |
adverb |
definition: |
in a lower place; below.
The sandwich has jelly on top and peanut butter beneath.- antonyms:
- above
- similar words:
- down
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part of speech: |
preposition |
definition 1: |
under; lower than; below.
The flowers planted beneath the tree didn't get enough light.
- antonyms:
- above
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definition 2: |
covered by.
The three children tried to get beneath one umbrella. |
definition 3: |
not good enough for.
The millionaire thought eating in a diner was beneath him.- antonyms:
- above
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