underbuild

underbuild
\\| ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷\ transitive verb
Etymology: under (I) + build
1. : to build a supporting structure underneath : build beneath
2. : to build below the standard of (one's position)
3. : to fall short of standards of construction in the building of

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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  • underbuild — verb a) To build beneath another structure; provide a foundation or support for; undergird. The two eastern arches have been underbuilt for the sake of strengthening them. b) To perform insufficient construction on a building or in an area; build …   Wiktionary

  • underbuild — v., underbuilt, underbuilding. * * * …   Universalium

  • underbuild — v. build too little, build less than what is needed, not construct enough …   English contemporary dictionary

  • un|der|build — «UHN duhr BIHLD», transitive verb, built, build|ing. 1. to build under, as a means of strengthening or supporting; underpin: »to underbuild a pier. 2. to build too little or too poorly …   Useful english dictionary

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