undercut

• 指从下方切除材料所形成的切口或切除掉的材料，也可指牛里脊肉中的嫩肉部位、伐木时在树干上开的定向口，或体育中使球产生回旋的削球动作。

A noun referring to a cut made underneath to remove material, or the material removed by such a cut. It can also refer to the tender meat of the loin muscle, a notch cut in a tree trunk to determine its fall direction, or a sports stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball.

1. Material removed by an undercutC1formaltechnical

   The material that is removed when a cut is made underneath a surface or object.

   凹割材料

   • The machinist carefully collected the undercut from the metal plate.
   • The undercut from the carving was used as filler for the base.
   • He examined the undercut to ensure the cut was precise.

2. Tender meat cutB2formalculinary

   The tender meat from the loin muscle on each side of the vertebral column, often used for steaks.

   牛柳

   • The chef prepared a delicious steak from the undercut.
   • She ordered the undercut, which was cooked to perfection.
   • The undercut is known for its tenderness and flavor.

   同义词filetfillettenderloin

3. Notch in a tree trunkB2formaltechnical

   A notch cut into the trunk of a tree to control the direction of its fall when it is cut down.

   伐木切口

   • The lumberjack made an undercut on the tree to ensure it fell away from the cabin.
   • A proper undercut is essential for safe tree felling.
   • He checked the undercut before making the final cut.

   同义词cut

4. Sports stroke with backspinB2informalsport

   A stroke in sports, such as tennis or table tennis, that puts reverse spin on the ball.

   下旋球

   • He used an undercut to make the ball bounce low.
   • The player's undercut caught the opponent off guard.
   • She practiced her undercut to improve her game.

   同义词chopcutslice

5. C1formaltechnical

   A cut made underneath a surface or object to remove material or create a specific shape.

   底部切割

   • The undercut was necessary to fit the piece into the assembly.
   • He made an undercut to create a groove in the wood.
   • The design required a precise undercut for the joint.

   同义词grooveindentationnotchrecess

• 动词，指以低于竞争对手的价格出售商品或服务，也指削弱、破坏或损害某事物的效果或地位。

A verb used to indicate the act of offering goods or services at a lower price than a competitor, or to weaken or undermine something.

不规则动词

1. Sell at a lower priceB2formal

   To offer goods or services at a lower price than a competitor, often to gain an advantage.

   以低于竞争对手的价格出售

   • The new store undercut all its rivals by offering huge discounts.
   • They tried to undercut our prices to win the contract.
   • Small businesses often struggle when large chains undercut them.

   同义词underbidunderpriceundersell

   反义词overcharge

2. Cut away from underneathC1formal

   To remove material from the underside of an object, creating an overhanging part.

   底部切削

   • The sculptor undercut the stone to create a dramatic shadow.
   • To make the cliff more stable, they undercut the loose rock.
   • The carpenter undercut the edge of the shelf for a better fit.

   同义词excavategougehollow outscoop outundermine

3. Cut the lower partC1formal

   To cut away the underside of something, such as a tree or a structure.

   从下部砍切

   • The lumberjack undercut the tree on the side where it would fall.
   • They undercut the bank to prevent erosion.
   • The miner undercut the coal seam to extract it more easily.

   同义词excavatehollow outscoop outundermine

4. Strike a ball with backspinC1formal

   In sports like golf, tennis, or hockey, to hit the ball with a downward motion to give it backspin or lift.

   下旋击球

   • The golfer undercut the ball to clear the bunker.
   • He undercut the tennis ball to produce a drop shot.
   • The hockey player undercut the puck to lift it over the defender's stick.

5. Cut a tree obliquelyC1formal

   To make an angled cut into a tree below the main cut, directing the fall.

   伐木切口

   • The logger undercut the tree to ensure it fell in the right direction.
   • They undercut the trunk before making the final cut.
   • Properly undercutting a tree prevents accidents during felling.