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