under — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

under (/ˈʌndər/)

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🔊 /ˈʌndər/

Meaning

Meaning: below

In or to a lower position than something; less than an amount.

Examples

🗣 The dog is under the table.

Etymology

From Old English ‘under’, an ancient preposition of place.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for position, age limits, and being controlled.

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Tags: preposition, position

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