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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

underpinning

/ˌʌndərˈpɪnɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does underpinning mean?

noun

A fundamental principle or assumption that underlies a theory, system, or process; a supporting or underlying factor.

Example

"The research team's findings were based on a flawed underpinning that ignored crucial data."

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