About The Word Underwork
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Underwork
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What's The Definition Of Underwork?Synonyms | Synonyms for Underwork: Related Terms | Find terms related to Underwork: See Also | Underwork In Webster's Dictionary \Un`der*work"\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Underworked}or
{Underwrought}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Underworking}.]
1. To injure by working secretly; to destroy or overthrow by
clandestine measure; to undermine.
But thou from loving England art so far, That thou
hast underwrought his lawful king. --Shak.
2. To expend too little work upon; as, to underwork a
painting. --Dryden.
3. To do like work at a less price than; as, one mason may
underwork another.
\Un`der*work"\, v. i. 1. To work or operate in secret or clandestinely. --B. Jonson. 2. To do less work than is proper or suitable. 3. To do work for a less price than current rates. \Un"der*work`\, n. Inferior or subordinate work; petty business. --Addison. |
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