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Definition underpinning in American English

underpinning noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˈʌndərˌpɪnɪŋ/
1

an important basic part of something that allows it to succeed or continue to exist

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2

a strong piece of metal or concrete that supports something such as a wall

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Definition underpinning in American English