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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

underlayment

/ˌʌndərˈleɪmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does underlayment mean?

noun

A layer of material, such as plywood or oriented strand board, installed under a floor covering to provide a smooth, stable surface and to help prevent moisture from rising into the floor covering.

Example

"The contractor installed a new underlayment before laying the hardwood flooring."

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