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Meaning of the word underworld in English

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underworld

US /ˈʌn.dɚ.wɝːld/
UK /ˈʌn.dɚ.wɝːld/
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Noun

1.

the mythical abode of the dead, imagined as being under the earth's surface

Example:
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In ancient Greek mythology, Hades ruled the underworld.
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Orpheus ventured into the underworld to rescue Eurydice.
Synonym:
HadesTartarusSheolAmentiDuat
2.

the criminal element of society

Example:
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The police are trying to crack down on the city's underworld activities.
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He was deeply involved with the criminal underworld.
Synonym:
criminal worldganglandmafiaorganized crimesyndicate
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