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Underhill Meaning in English

word

ˈəndɝˌhɪɫ
UN-der-hil
ˈʌndəˌhɪl
UN-duh-hil

释义

Primarily a surname or proper name, sometimes used literally to mean 'beneath a hill.' Most common as a last name or fictional alias.

用法与细微差别

'Underhill' is mostly used as a surname or character name (often in British or fantasy literature, e.g. Tolkien's 'Mr. Underhill'). The literal use ('beneath a hill') is rare and old-fashioned. Do not confuse with 'under the hill' (a phrase) or use non-capitalized for the surname.

例句

Her last name is Underhill.

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The author is Mr. Underhill.

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They live on Underhill Road.

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"Call me Mr. Underhill," he said with a grin.

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In the story, Frodo uses Underhill as a fake name.

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The restaurant on Underhill Avenue is always busy.

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