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Uncommonunderlie
The correct spelling is underlie.
How to pronounce underlie
/ˌʌn.də(ɹ)ˈlaɪ/
verbIPA: /ˌʌn.də(ɹ)ˈlaɪ/
Say it like: Und-erl-ee
The correct spelling is underlie. To lie in a position directly beneath. For example: "A stratum of clay underlies the surface gravel."
Usage Examples
“A stratum of clay underlies the surface gravel.”
“a doctrine underlying a theory”
Definition
verb
- 1.To lie in a position directly beneath.
- 2.To lie under or beneath.
- 3.To serve as a basis of; form the foundation of.
- 4.To be subject to; be liable to answer, as a charge or challenge.
- 5.To underlay.
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