underpinning

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Synonyms: undermining, underlining, underpinnings, underpainting, underrunning, undersigning, undermanning

Antonyms: undermining, underlining, underpinnings, underpainting, underrunning, undersigning, undermanning

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Noun

1. A [[support]] or [[foundation]], especially as a structure of [[masonry]] that supports a wall.
2. {{lb|en|metaphorical}} A [[basis]] for something.
3. {{lb|en|figurative|humorous}} The lower body or legs.

Verb

1. {{infl of|en|underpin||ing-form}}

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