Under Definition
under
adverb
- down to defeat, death, or ruin; "their competitors went under"
- through a range downward; "children six and under will be admitted free"
- into unconsciousness; "this will put the patient under"
- in or into a state of subordination or subjugation; "we must keep our disappointment under"
- below some quantity or limit; "fifty dollars or under"
- below the horizon; "the sun went under"
- down below; "get under quickly!"
- further down; "see under for further discussion"
adjective
- located below or beneath something else; "nether garments"; "the under parts of a machine"
- lower in rank, power, or authority; "an under secretary"
"Under" in song lyrics
See how under is used in real songs:
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"Why am I not in a mood to stand under?"
2Mex — Outro -
"Belows the pits I smother, it's too much turkey on the under"
60 Second Assassin f/ Planet Asia — The Throne -
"One come up, put you six feet under"
Above The Law f/ MC Ren — Process of Elimination (Untouchakickamurdaqtion)
Words that rhyme with under
Usage tips for "under"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "under" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for under to find words that pair well.