Meaning Of The Word Underpin

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What's The Definition Of Underpin?

underpin
verb: If one thing underpins another, it helps the other thing to continue or succeed by supporting and strengthening it.

underpin in American English
to support or strengthen from beneath, as with props
transitive verb: to prop up or support from below; strengthen, as by reinforcing a foundation

underpin in British English
verb: to support from beneath, esp by a prop, while avoiding damaging or weakening the superstructure

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