underpinning

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. present participle and gerund of underpin
noun
  1. A support or foundation, especially as a structure of masonry that supports a wall.
  2. A basis for something.
  3. The lower body or legs.

Word forms

underpinning underpinnings

Related words

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