Meaning of the word underway in English

What does underway mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

underway

US /ˌʌn.dɚˈweɪ/
UK /ˌʌn.dɚˈweɪ/

Adverb

1.

having started and in progress; being done or carried out.

Example:
the remodeling should be underway by July
2.

(of a boat) moving through the water.

Example:
the ship was so huge and silent, I hadn't realized we had gotten underway

Adjective

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