Subsurface Meaning
/sˈʌˌbsɜrfəs/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounSomething that is below the layer that is on the surface.
nounA surface which is a submanifold of another surface.
Sentence Examples
Europa is thought to have subsurface liquid water.
Before we could lay the flooring we had to lay a subsurface under it to keep it flat and support it.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The powerful drill penetrated the ground to explore the ____ rock layers far below.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The researchers used a new radar system to map the ____ features of the ancient and buried town.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *upó Proto-Italic *supo Latin sub Latin sub-der. English sub- Middle French surfacebor. English surface English subsurface From sub- + surface.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The powerful drill penetrated the ground to explore the ____ rock layers far below.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The researchers used a new radar system to map the ____ features of the ancient and buried town.