Definition

In a position or situation that is below or beneath something else.

Example

The documents were stored thereunder for easy access.

Conversation

Did you see the new rules for the game?

Yeah, I noticed that they changed a few things.

The penalties are stricter, and thereunder, I'm not sure how players will adjust.

It'll be interesting to see how it all plays out in the next match.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Thereunder → It is formed from "there" (from Old English "þær", meaning at that place) and "under" (from Old English "under", meaning beneath or below). The word "thereunder" means in or under that place.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'at that place' ('there') and 'beneath' ('under') — that's what 'thereunder' means.

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