Reference meaning

underlay

noun·Reference

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a pad placed under a carpet

Related source terms

carpet padrug padunderlayment

Other meanings

2. verb

raise or support (the level of printing) by inserting a piece of paper or cardboard under the type

3. verb

put (something) under or beneath

4. verb

provide with a base, support, lining, or backing

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