underside

[ˈʌndəsaɪd]

underside Definition

  • 1the bottom or lower surface of something
  • 2the side of an object that is not normally seen or used

Using underside: Examples

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

  • Example

    The underside of the car was covered in mud.

  • Example

    The underside of the table was rough and unfinished.

  • Example

    He examined the underside of the leaf for signs of disease.

underside Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for underside

Phrases with underside

  • on the lower surface of something

    Example

    The artist signed his name on the underside of the sculpture.

  • the hidden or less obvious aspects of something

    Example

    The article explores the underside of the fashion industry, revealing the exploitation of workers.

  • the negative or unpleasant aspects of something that are not usually visible or acknowledged

    Example

    The documentary exposes the dark underside of the meatpacking industry.

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Summary: underside in Brief

The term 'underside' [ˈʌndəsaɪd] refers to the bottom or lower surface of an object, often hidden from view. It can also denote the less obvious or negative aspects of something, as in 'the dark underside of something.' 'Underside' is used in phrases like 'on the underside,' and is a formal alternative to 'bottom.'

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