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Definition of Underruns
Underrun Underrun Un`der*run", v. t.
To underrun a hose (Naut.), to lift it up at one end, then
walk along shifting one hand after another so that the
water will run out. Underslung Un"der*slung`, Underhung
Un"der*hung", a.
Of an automobile body, suspended from the springs in such a
manner that the frame of the chassis is below the axles, the
object being to lower the center of gravity of the car.
Underrun Underrun Un`der*run", v. t.
To run or pass under; especially (Naut.), to pass along and
under, as a cable, for the purpose of taking it in, or of
examining it.
Note: The cable passes over the bows and stern of the boat
used, while the men haul the boat along by pulling upon
the cable. --Totten.
To underrun a tackle (Naut.), to separate its parts and put
them in order.