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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

underworld

/ˈʌndərˌwɜːrld/ noun · British & US
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What does underworld mean?

noun

The world or realm beneath the surface of the earth, especially the world of the dead, or a secret or hidden world of crime or vice. A region or sphere of activity that is hidden or secret.

Example

"The underworld of organized crime was a dark and mysterious place."

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