Definitions

1. verb

to spend less money than is allowed or intended, or than is necessary for something.

“The company tried to underspend on its marketing budget to cut costs.”

2. verb

to fail to use or make full use of something, especially time or resources.

“The team was accused of underspending on their research and development.”

3. noun

the act of spending less money than is allowed or intended, or than is necessary for something.

“The company’s underspending on the project led to delays and cost overruns.”