underpart
|un/der/part|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈʌndərˌpɑrt/
🇬🇧
/ˈʌndəˌpɑːt/
lower section
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underpart' originates from Middle English, combining 'under' meaning 'below' and 'part' meaning 'portion'.
Historical Evolution
'underpart' evolved from the Middle English word 'underpart', maintaining its meaning through to modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the lower portion of something', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/02/06 16:38