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/bɪˈloʊ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The lower part or level of something.
He looked down to see the ocean far below.
adverb
At a lower level or position.
The temperature is expected to drop below freezing tonight.
In a lower place than something else.
The valley is located below the mountain range.
In or to a place that is in a lower position or beneath something else.
He lives in the apartment below us.
In a lower rating or standard.
The product received a score below average in reviews.
preposition
Lower than in a vertical dimension.
The fish swam below the surface of the water.
In a lower context or level than.
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Etymology
Old English 'belowe', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'beneden' and German 'unten'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
below the radar:
Not attracting attention; not noticed.
below par:
Not good enough; below expectations.
below freezing:
At a temperature lower than 0 degrees Celsius.
below the belt:
Unfair or inappropriate, especially in a hurtful way.
below standard:
Not meeting the required level of quality.
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Slang Meanings
In a position of lesser visibility or importance.
She's in the below tier of the competition.
Referring to something of lesser quality.
That movie was totally below.