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Meaning of underpin
The primary meaning of "underpin" is to support or reinforce something from below.
Etymology of underpin
The word "underpin" originated in the 15th century, derived from the Old English words "under" (meaning "below" or "beneath") and "pin" (meaning "peg" or "fastener")
Historically, the word referred to the act of placing wooden pins or props under a building to support its foundation
Over time, the word's meaning expanded to include figurative senses, such as providing a basis or justification for an idea or decision
Synonyms
Definitions
- To support or reinforce something from below, typically using a foundation or base
- * To provide a basis or justification for something, such as an idea or a decision
Usage Examples
- The foundation of the building was underpinned by a network of steel beams
- * The company's financial reports underpin their claim to be a stable and profitable business
- * The professor's research underpinned her theory on climate change