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Topic: Science

underlie

IPA: /ˌʌndəˈlaɪ/

KK: /ʌndərˈlaɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To be the basis or support for something; to be located beneath or underneath.

Example: The principles of fairness and justice underlie our legal system.

underlying

IPA: /ˈʌndəˌlaɪɪŋ/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌlaɪɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that is beneath the surface or fundamental to a situation, often not immediately obvious.

Example: The underlying issues in the discussion were not addressed.

underpin

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈpɪn/

KK: /ʌndərˈpɪn/

transitive verb

Definition: To provide support or a foundation for something, often in a way that makes it stronger or more effective.

Example: The new research will underpin the theory that climate change is accelerating.

underpowered

IPA: /ˈʌndəˌpaʊəd/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌpaʊərd/

adjective

Definition: Having less power than needed for effective performance or operation.

Example: The car felt underpowered when trying to accelerate on the highway.

undersaturated

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈsætʃəˌreɪtɪd/

KK: /ʌndərˈsætʃəˌreɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not having enough of a substance mixed in, especially in a solution or mixture.

Example: The solution was undersaturated, meaning it did not contain enough salt to dissolve completely.

undersea

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌsiː/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌsi/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or existing beneath the surface of the sea.

Example: The undersea exploration revealed many new species of fish.

adverb

Definition: Located or occurring beneath the surface of the ocean.

Example: The undersea exploration revealed many new species of fish.

underseas

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌsiːz/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌsiːz/

adverb

Definition: In a position or state that is beneath the surface of the sea or ocean.

Example: The treasure was hidden underseas, waiting to be discovered.

underset

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌsɛt/

KK: /ʌndərˈsɛt/

noun

Definition: A current of water that flows beneath the surface of the ocean, often moving in a different direction than the surface currents.

Example: The diver was cautious of the strong underset that could pull him away from the boat.

undershoot

IPA: /ˈʌndərʃut/

KK: /ˈʌndərʃut/

intransitive verb

Definition: To land or shoot at a point that is shorter than intended, missing the target or landing area.

Example: The pilot had to adjust his approach because he tended to undershoot the runway.

transitive verb

Definition: To land an aircraft or shoot a projectile before reaching the intended target or area.

Example: The pilot had to undershoot the runway due to poor visibility.

undershot

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌʃɒt/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌʃɑt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is moved or powered by water flowing from below, or referring to a lower jaw that sticks out more than the upper jaw.

Example: The undershot water wheel turned efficiently as the river flowed beneath it.

verb

Definition: To fail to reach a target or goal, often by a small amount.

Example: The airplane undershot the runway during landing, causing a delay.

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