undergnaw

/ˈʌndərnɔː/ or /ˈʌndərnɔʊ/

Definitions

1. verb

to gnaw or wear away something from underneath

“The roots of the tree began to undergnaw the concrete foundation.”

2. noun

the action of gnawing or wearing away something from underneath

“The undergnaw of the wooden beam was a sign of termite infestation.”

Synonyms

  • erode
  • undermine

Antonyms

  • fortify
  • strengthen