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underpays

The correct spelling is underpays.

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verb

Say it like: Und-erp-ays

The correct spelling is underpays. To pay (someone) less than the value of their work; to pay (someone) insufficiently. For example: "The underpaid letter was returned to the sender."

Usage Examples

The underpaid letter was returned to the sender.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To pay (someone) less than the value of their work; to pay (someone) insufficiently.
  2. 2.To pay less than is due for (something).

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