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1. underlay

verb. provide with a base, support, lining, or backing.

Synonyms

Etymology

  • underleyen (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • underlecgan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

2. underlay

noun. a pad placed under a carpet.

Etymology

  • underleyen (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • underlecgan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

3. underlay

verb. put (something) under or beneath.

Etymology

  • underleyen (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • underlecgan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

4. underlay

verb. raise or support (the level of printing) by inserting a piece of paper or cardboard under the type.

Etymology

  • underleyen (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • underlecgan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))