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underpin

Syllabification: (un·der·pin)
Pronunciation: /ˌəndərˈpin/
Translate underpin | into Italian
Definition of underpin

verb (underpins, underpinning, underpinned)

[with object]
  • support (a building or other structure) from below by laying a solid foundation below ground level or by substituting stronger for weaker materials.
  • support, justify, or form the basis for:the theme of honor underpinning the two books

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