understructure
/ˈʌndərˌstrʌktʃər/
noun
- A supporting structure or foundation built beneath something; the base that supports a building, bridge, or other construction.
- The bridge's understructure was reinforced after the earthquake.
- Engineers inspected the understructure of the stadium for cracks.
- The house's understructure includes a concrete foundation and steel beams.
- The underlying system or framework that supports an organization, process, or idea.
- The company's understructure of policies and procedures kept it running smoothly.
- The understructure of the argument was based on faulty data.
- A strong educational understructure is essential for a successful career.
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