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undergird

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb undergird has 2 senses
  1. undergird - lend moral support to
    --1 is one way to
    support, back up
    Sample sentence:
    Something ----s somebody
  2. undergird, brace up - make secure underneath; "undergird the ship"
    --2 is one way to strengthen, beef up, fortify
    Sample sentence:
    Something ----s something

Definitions from the Web

Term: undergird

Part of Speech: Verb

Senses:

  1. To strengthen or support from beneath; to reinforce.
  2. To provide a foundation or basis for something.

Usage:

  • Popular usage: Many people believe that proper nutrition and exercise undergird good health.
  • Local usage: The historical monuments in our city undergird the importance of preserving our cultural heritage.

Sample Sentences:

1. The steel beams undergird the entire structure of the building, ensuring its stability.

2. The research conducted by the scientists undergirds the theory that climate change is predominantly caused by human activity.

3. The financial support from the government undergirds the growth of small businesses in our community.

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