What does undermanned mean?
Undermanned means simple past and past participle of underman.
Undermanned
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
simple past and past participle of underman.
Definitions by Sense
- simple past and past participle of underman
- Insufficiently manned; understaffed.
Example Sentences
Two months afterwards he was reported fit for duty, but, in spite of the fact that he was urgently needed to help an undermanned Commission stagger through a deficit, he preferred to die; vowing at the last that he was hag-ridden.
Synonyms for undermanned
Antonyms for undermanned
Related Words
Word Forms
- more undermanned
- most undermanned
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for undermanned?
Common synonyms include inadequate, short-handed, understaffed, short-staffed.
What is the opposite of undermanned?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use undermanned in a sentence?
Two months afterwards he was reported fit for duty, but, in spite of the fact that he was urgently needed to help an undermanned Commission stagger through a deficit, he preferred to die; vowing at the last that he was hag-ridden.
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