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Meaning of the word beneath in English

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beneath

US /bɪˈniːθ/
UK /bɪˈniːθ/
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Preposition

1.

extending directly underneath; at a lower level than.

Example:
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The treasure was buried beneath the old oak tree.
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She felt the soft grass beneath her bare feet.
Synonym:
underbelow
Synonym:
aboveover
2.

unworthy of (someone); not appropriate for.

Example:
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Such behavior is beneath a person of your standing.
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He considered lying to be beneath him.
Synonym:
unworthy ofunsuitable for
Synonym:
worthy ofbefitting

Adverb

1.

at a lower place or position.

Example:
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The ground sloped away beneath.
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He looked down at the city sprawling beneath.
Synonym:
belowunderneath
Synonym:
aboveoverhead
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