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underheat

/ˌʌndərˈhiːt/ verb · British & US
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What does underheat mean?

verb

To heat something to a lower temperature than is normal or intended, often resulting in a decrease in performance or efficiency.

Example

"The engine began to underheat, causing the car to stall on the side of the road."

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