underpin
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transitive verb \-ˈpin\Definition of UNDERPIN
1
: support, substantiate <underpin a thesis with evidence>
2
: to form part of, strengthen, or replace the foundation of <underpin a structure> <underpin a sagging building>
Examples of UNDERPIN
- a wall underpinned by metal beams
- <the central beliefs that underpin a free society>
First Known Use of UNDERPIN
1522
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Rhymes with UNDERPIN
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