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preposition |
| definition 1: |
below; beneath.
There's a lot of dust under the bed.
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| definition 2: |
beneath the surface of.
We swam around under the ocean to explore a coral reef. |
| definition 3: |
at or in a position farther down or lower than.
The mouth is located under the nose.- antonyms:
- above, over
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| definition 4: |
smaller or less than.
A pack of gum costs under two dollars. |
| definition 5: |
below in position or importance.
The vice-president is under the president.- antonyms:
- above
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| definition 6: |
subject to the control of.
The country is suffering under its new leader. |
| definition 7: |
subject to the instruction or guidance of.
She studies under famous people. |
| definition 8: |
subject to the conditions or limits of.
He's under oath and must tell the truth. |
| definition 9: |
in the process of.
There's a new plan under discussion. |
| definition 10: |
according to.
Under no circumstances will I go to his house. |
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| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition 1: |
into or by way of a lower place or position.
Emily lifted up her blankets and climbed under.- antonyms:
- above
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| definition 2: |
below the surface.
The ship hit an iceberg and went under.The farmer plowed his crops under. |
| definition 3: |
fewer or less in number or quantity.
This book is written for children ages eleven and under. |
| related words: |
down |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
located in a lower position; beneath.
The mechanic examined the under parts of the machine. |
| definition 2: |
lower in degree or rank.
He is one of the under officers of the club.- similar words:
- lower
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| related words: |
inferior, subordinate |