underwater

//ˌʌndərˈwɔːtər//
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Adjective

underwaterCanonical form
1

Situated, occurring, or done beneath the surface of water.

We took underwater photos of the colorful fish.

2

(Of a loan or asset) having a market value less than the outstanding amount owed on it.

Many homeowners found themselves with underwater mortgages after the housing market crashed.

Adverb

underwaterCanonical form
1

Below the surface of water; while submerged.

She can hold her breath and swim underwater for a long time.

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