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Definition of: underneath
(un′dər·nēth′, -nēth′) adverb
1. In a place below.
2. On the under or lower side. See synonyms under BENEATH.
—prep.
1. Beneath; under; below.
2. Under the form or appearance of.
3. Under the authority of; in the control of.
—adjective Lower.
—noun The lower or under part or side. [OE underneothan]
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