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Verb

Adjective

Adverb

Adverb

Adjective

Noun

The word "underhand" can be used as verb, adjective, adverb, adverb, adjective and noun.

Word Relationships

Opposites (Antonyms)

overhand

Derived From

hand under

Context

mining sport textiles

Related Terms

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Similar Terms

corrupt crooked

Synonym Network

underarm underhanded underhandedly

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