Definition

The condition of being located underneath something else.

Example

The subjacency of the water table affects the growth of plants in the area.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term subjacency?

I think so, but I'm not sure what it means exactly.

It's about the state of being underneath something else.

Oh, that makes sense! I can see how it applies in different contexts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subjacency → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under) and "jacere" (meaning to throw or lie). The word refers to the state of lying under or being situated beneath something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'lying under' ('sub-') another object — that's what subjacency means.

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