Meaning & Definition of word "Underground"

Underground

/ˈʌndərˌɡraʊnd/

1. A place that is beneath the surface of the ground.
- Example: The underground is home to a variety of creatures and plants that thrive in darkness.
2. A movement or group operating outside the mainstream or seeking to promote a particular cause.
- Example: The artist was part of the underground that pushed for social change through their work.
3. A subway or metro system.
- Example: She takes the underground to work every day to avoid traffic.

1. Located, conducted, or growing beneath the surface of the ground.
- Example: The underground pipe system carries water to various parts of the city.
2. Operating or existing in secrecy, often in opposition to the established system.
- Example: The underground movement aimed to challenge the authoritarian regime.
3. Relating to a counterculture or subculture existing outside the mainstream.
- Example: He loves listening to underground music that isn't played on commercial radio.

Derived from Middle English undergrun, combining 'under' and 'ground'.

underground movement:

A social or political movement operating out of sight of the mainstream.

underground music:

Music that is produced and consumed outside of mainstream channels.

subway:

An underground railway system for urban transit.

bunker:

A defensive military fortification that is underground.

Meaning: A term used for something trendy or avant-garde.

Example Sentence: That film is so underground, it premiered at a tiny festival.

Meaning: Referring to hidden or lesser-known artists or musicians.

Example Sentence: He's an underground rapper who's gaining a following.