Underfoot

/ˌʌndərˈfʊt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The ground or surface beneath one's feet.

The grass felt cool underfoot as we walked through the park.

adverb

Located or occurring beneath one's feet; on the ground.

The path was uneven, with roots and rocks underfoot.

In a position that can be easily affected by someone's movements; in the way.

Make sure there are no toys underfoot to trip over while walking.

From the combination of 'under' and 'foot', denoting something situated beneath the feet.

get underfoot

To be in the way or cause obstruction.

step on someone's toes

To interfere in someone else's domain or activities.

underneath

situated directly below something else.

subordinate

lower in rank or position.

to be a nuisance

His constant talking is really underfoot during the meeting.

to be in a difficult situation

Since I lost my job, I'm really feeling underfoot.