Definitions

1. noun

The lowest or most distant part of something, especially when measured vertically or in relation to the surface.

“The bottom of the ocean is full of unique marine life.”

2. noun

The lowest part of a person’s body, especially when seated.

“She sat down and adjusted her dress at the bottom.”

3. noun

The most unskilled or inexperienced part of a group or team.

“The bottom of the team struggled to keep up with their opponents.”

4. noun

The lowest or most inferior part of something, especially when measured in quality or value.

“The bottom of the market is where investors often find the best deals.”

5. verb

To be at or come to the bottom of something.

“The boat started to bottom out in the shallow water.”

6. verb

To have the bottom part of something, such as a container, filled or covered.

“The bucket will bottom out when it’s full of water.”

7. adjective

At or near the bottom of something, especially when measured vertically or in relation to the surface.

“The bottom layer of the atmosphere is where the air is coldest.”

8. adjective

Of poor quality or value, especially when compared to something else.

“The bottom-shelf wine was not as good as the one we had last night.”

9. adverb

In or to the bottom part of something, especially when measured vertically or in relation to the surface.

“She bottomed out the car in the pothole.”