Skip to content

Undercut Definition & Meaning

undercut
noun
  1. the material removed by a cut made underneath
  2. the tender meat of the loin muscle on each side of the vertebral column
  3. a notch cut in the trunk of tree in order to determine the direction of its fall
  4. (sports) a stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball; "cuts do not bother a good tennis player"
  5. a cut made underneath to remove material
verb
  1. sell cheaper than one's competition
  2. cut away material from the underside of (an object) so as to leave an overhanging portion in relief
  3. cut away the underpart of; "undercut a vein of ore"
  4. strike (the ball) in golf, tennis, or hockey obliquely downward so as to give a backspin or elevation to the shot
  5. cut obliquely into (a tree) below the main cut and on the side toward which the tree will fall

"Undercut" in song lyrics

See how undercut is used in real songs:

  • "SIR undercut"
    Frekzanatcha — Get Wild
  • "Slow it up, underground where the under us undercut"
    Gorillaz f/ Snoop Dogg — Welcome to the World of the Plastic Beach

Words that rhyme with undercut

Usage tips for "undercut"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "undercut" 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 undercut to find words that pair well.

Use "undercut" in a verse

Now that you know what "undercut" means, try using it in your own lyrics:

Generate a verse

Frequently asked questions

What does undercut mean?
the material removed by a cut made underneath the tender meat of the loin muscle on each side of the vertebral column a notch cut in the trunk of tree in order to determine the direction of its fall (sports) a stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball; "cuts do not bother a good tennis player" a cut made underneath to remove material sell cheaper than one's competition cut away material from the underside of (an object) so as to leave an overhanging portion in relief cut away the underpart of
What part of speech is undercut?
Undercut is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does undercut have?
Undercut has 10 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

Look up another word