underbottom

[uhn-der-bot-uh m]

underbottom Definition

• 1. the lowest part or surface of something
• 2. the underside of a ship's hull

Using underbottom: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "underbottom" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The underbottom of the bridge was covered in graffiti.

• Example

  The divers inspected the underbottom of the ship for damage.

underbottom Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for underbottom

• underside
• bottom
• base
• foundation
• foot

Phrases with underbottom

• scrape the underbottom of the barrel

  to use or take the least desirable or lowest quality option available

  Example

  I had to scrape the underbottom of the barrel to find a babysitter for tonight.

• turn over the underbottom of something

  to examine something thoroughly, especially its least visible or accessible parts

  Example

  The mechanic turned over the underbottom of the car to check for any leaks or damage.

• get to the underbottom of something

  to discover the true or underlying cause or nature of something

  Example

  We need to get to the underbottom of this problem before we can solve it.

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Summary: underbottom in Brief

The term 'underbottom' [uhn-der-bot-uh m] refers to the lowest part or surface of something, such as the underside of a bridge or the hull of a ship. It can be used in phrases like 'scrape the underbottom of the barrel,' meaning to use the least desirable option, and 'turn over the underbottom of something,' meaning to examine something thoroughly. 'Get to the underbottom of something' means to discover the true cause of something.