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1. (n.) underpinning
a system of supports beneath a wall or the like.
2. underpinning
Often, underpinnings. a foundation or basis:
to strengthen the underpinnings of a friendship.
Etymology: (1480–90)
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1. (noun) underpinning
the act of one who underpins; the act of supporting by stones, masonry, or the like
2. (noun) underpinning
that by which a building is underpinned; the material and construction used for support, introduced beneath a wall already constructed
3. (noun) underpinning
the foundation, esp. of a frame house
4. underpinning
of Underpin
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