underlap
Americanverb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of underlap
Example Sentences
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Alternatively, when wingers take a wider position, both full-backs have the ability to underlap the wingers, getting into dangerous areas centrally.
From BBC • Dec. 27, 2025
In many cases, it is advisable to have an underlap of the material.
From Textiles and Clothing by Watson, Kate Heintz
On the left side of the skirt sew an underlap of sufficient length to extend well below the end of the opening.
From Textiles and Clothing by Watson, Kate Heintz
The placket of a skirt should have an underlap extending well below the opening.
From Textiles and Clothing by Watson, Kate Heintz
Always cut parallel with the selvage and the length of the underlap longer than the waist measure, allowing for turning at the ends.
From Textiles and Clothing by Watson, Kate Heintz
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