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underpin
[uhn-der-pin]
verb (used with object)
to prop up or support from below; strengthen, as by reinforcing a foundation.
to replace or strengthen the foundation of (a building or the like).
to furnish a foundation for; corroborate.
The author's conclusions are underpinned by references to experimental findings.
underpin
/ ˌʌԻəˈɪ /
verb
to support from beneath, esp by a prop, while avoiding damaging or weakening the superstructure
to underpin a wall
to give corroboration, strength, or support to
Example Sentences
It says it is currently reviewing its industry safety guidance "to decide whether it, and the system it underpins, remains fit for purpose".
Morgan told Sunday's BBC Politics Wales "underpinning the economic future of Wales, that's what I'm interested in because I don't want to continue to go cap in hand" to Westminster.
Saudi Arabia's money appears to be underpinning the revamped Club World Cup.
The technology underpinning the pact belongs to the US, and the UK already has it, along with their own nuclear-powered subs.
Yet despite the ominous underpinning, people were determined to be festive, upbeat.
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