Definitions

1. verb

to restrain or limit something (such as a person’s actions or a process) from expanding or becoming more powerful

“The new regulations underbind the company’s ability to innovate.”

2. verb

to hinder or obstruct the growth or development of something

“The harsh weather conditions underbind the crops, causing them to wither and die.”

3. noun

the act or process of restraining or limiting something

“The underbind of the project has caused significant delays.”