How Do You Spell UNDERDRAIN?

Pronunciation: [ˌʌndədɹˈe͡ɪn] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Underdrain" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /ˈʌndər dreɪn/. The first syllable is pronounced with the short "u" sound as in "cub". The second syllable is stressed and contains the diphthong "ei" as in "rain". The final syllable is pronounced with the short "i" sound as in "pin". Overall, the word refers to a drainage system that helps remove excess water from the ground or a structure by channeling it underneath the surface.

UNDERDRAIN Meaning and Definition

1. An underdrain refers to a drainage system that is typically installed beneath the ground surface to remove excess water from an area. It consists of a series of pipes, channels, or perforated tubes that are laid horizontally or vertically to collect and redirect water. This system is commonly employed in various applications, such as in agricultural fields, sports fields, roadways, and building foundations, to manage subsurface water and prevent waterlogging or flooding.

   The main purpose of an underdrain is to efficiently remove excess water, preventing it from saturating the soil and causing damage to structures or impeding plant growth. It works by gravity as water flows through the underground pipes due to the difference in elevation or pressure. The collected water is then transported away from the area through an outlet, such as a drainage ditch or a storm sewer.

   Underdrains are typically made from durable materials, such as PVC (polyvinyl chloride) or corrugated plastic, that are resistant to corrosion and can withstand the pressure of the surrounding soil. They are designed with perforations or openings along their length to allow water to enter and prevent clogging.

   Overall, underdrains are an essential component of drainage systems, providing effective subsurface water management and contributing to the overall integrity and functionality of various infrastructures.

2. • A drain or trench below the surface.

   • To drain by cutting a channel below the surface of the ground.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for UNDERDRAIN

• ynderdrain
• hnderdrain
• jnderdrain
• inderdrain
• 8nderdrain
• 7nderdrain
• ubderdrain
• umderdrain
• ujderdrain
• uhderdrain
• unserdrain
• unxerdrain
• uncerdrain
• unferdrain
• unrerdrain
• uneerdrain
• undwrdrain
• undsrdrain
• unddrdrain
• undrrdrain

Etymology of UNDERDRAIN

The etymology of the word "underdrain" can be traced back to the combination of two separate words: "under" and "drain".

1. "Under" comes from the Old English word "under", which means "beneath" or "below". It has remained relatively unchanged in its meaning and usage over the centuries.

2. "Drain" derives from the Old English word "drēahnian", which means "to draw off water" or "empty out". This Old English term is related to the Old Norse word "drekka", which means "to drink". The term "drēahnian" evolved into "drain" over time, maintaining a similar meaning of removing or depleting liquid substances.

Conjugate verb Underdrain

CONDITIONAL

I would underdrain

you would underdrain

he/she/it would underdrain

we would underdrain

they would underdrain

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be underdraining

you would be underdraining

he/she/it would be underdraining

we would be underdraining

they would be underdraining

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have underdrain

you would have underdrain

he/she/it would have underdrain

we would have underdrain

they would have underdrain

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been underdraining

you would have been underdraining

he/she/it would have been underdraining

we would have been underdraining

they would have been underdraining

FUTURE

I will underdrain

you will underdrain

he/she/it will underdrain

we will underdrain

they will underdrain

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be underdraining

you will be underdraining

he/she/it will be underdraining

we will be underdraining

they will be underdraining

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have underdrained

you will have underdrained

he/she/it will have underdrained

we will have underdrained

they will have underdrained

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been underdraining

you will have been underdraining

he/she/it will have been underdraining

we will have been underdraining

they will have been underdraining

IMPERATIVE

you underdrain

we let´s underdrain

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to underdrain

PAST

I underdrained

you underdrained

he/she/it underdrained

we underdrained

they underdrained

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was underdraining

you were underdraining

he/she/it was underdraining

we were underdraining

they were underdraining

PAST PARTICIPLE

underdrained

PAST PERFECT

I had underdrained

you had underdrained

he/she/it had underdrained

we had underdrained

they had underdrained

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been underdraining

you had been underdraining

he/she/it had been underdraining

we had been underdraining

they had been underdraining

PRESENT

I underdrain

you underdrain

he/she/it underdrains

we underdrain

they underdrain

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am underdraining

you are underdraining

he/she/it is underdraining

we are underdraining

they are underdraining

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

underdraining

PRESENT PERFECT

I have underdrained

you have underdrained

he/she/it has underdrained

we have underdrained

they have underdrained

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been underdraining

you have been underdraining

he/she/it has been underdraining

we have been underdraining

they have been underdraining