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UNDERLAYING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Underlaying.

Underlaying - as a noun

A pad placed under a carpet

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carpet padrug padunderlayment
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
pad
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Underlaying - as a verb

Raise or support (the level of printing) by inserting a piece of paper or cardboard under the type

Example: "Underlay the plate"

Put (something) under or beneath

Example: "They underlaid the shingles with roofing paper"

Provide with a base, support, lining, or backing

Example: "Underlay the boards with joists"

Example Sentences

"The underlaying issue in this situation is the lack of communication."
"The underlaying cause of the problem was a faulty electrical wire."
"The underlaying theme of the novel is the struggle for identity."
"The underlaying message of the movie promotes tolerance and acceptance."
"The underlaying motive behind her actions was revenge."
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Word Game Points

Is UNDERLAYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, underlaying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UNDERLAYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is UNDERLAYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, underlaying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UNDERLAYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is UNDERLAYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, underlaying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNDERLAYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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