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Rareunderpin
The correct spelling is underpin.
How to pronounce underpin
/ˌʌn.dəˈpɪn/
verbIPA: /ˌʌn.dəˈpɪn/
Say it like: Und-erp-in
The correct spelling is underpin. To support from below with props or masonry. For example: "You should underpin the mine roof to prevent further collapse."
Usage Examples
“You should underpin the mine roof to prevent further collapse.”
“Public confidence in politicians must underpin our democracy.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To support from below with props or masonry.
- 2.To give support to; to corroborate.
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