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Undergird (verb)
To strengthen, secure, or reinforce by passing a rope, cable, or chain around the underside of an object.
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Undergird (verb)
To give fundamental support; provide with a sound or secure basis; provide supportive evidence for.
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Undergird (verb)
To lend moral support to.
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Undergird (verb)
To secure below or underneath.
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Underpin (verb)
To support from below with props or masonry.
“You should underpin the mine roof to prevent further collapse.”
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Underpin (verb)
To give support to; to corroborate.
“Public confidence in politicians must underpin our democracy.”
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Undergird (verb)
secure or fasten from the underside, especially by a rope or chain passed underneath.
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Undergird (verb)
provide support or a firm basis for
“that’s a philosophy that needs to undergird retailers’ business plans this year”
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Underpin (verb)
support (a building or other structure) from below by laying a solid foundation below ground level or by substituting stronger for weaker materials.
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Underpin (verb)
support, justify, or form the basis for
“the theme of honour underpinning the two books”