Undershot
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈʌn.də(ɹ)ˌʃɒt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Undershot is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of undershoot.
Meaning
simple past and past participle of undershoot.
More Meanings
- Powered by water flowing from below. (of a water wheel)
- (zoology) Having the lower incisor teeth projecting beyond the upper ones, as in the bulldog.
- An undershot water wheel.
Example Sentences
His blunt undershot mouth curved in a smile that was somewhat ingratiating.
Word Forms
- undershots
Synonyms for undershot
Depending on context, synonyms include protrusive, underslung, underhung.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include underslung, underhung, protrusive, waterwheel, breastshot, underdrift.
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