verb
underpin
Underpin (verb) means to hold something up from underneath with supports or brickwork.
verb
1
To hold something up from underneath with supports or brickwork.
"You should underpin the mine roof to prevent further collapse."
2
To provide the basis for something, or back it up with evidence.
"The operator said the results were underpinned by a 16% increase in Q3 sales from North America."
— , Eurostar reports another increase in passengers (2019)
"Public confidence in politicians must underpin our democracy."
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What is the meaning of underpin?
"underpin" (verb) means to hold something up from underneath with supports or brickwork.
What is another word for underpin?
Other words for "underpin" include support, corroborate.
What are the different meanings of underpin?
"underpin" has 2 main meanings: 1. To hold something up from underneath with supports or brickwork; 2. To provide the basis for something, or back it up with evidence.
