below
In a place lower than something else.
At a position that is lower than something else.
In a lower place than where you are talking about.
At a lower place, level, or layer than something mentioned.
Lower than a number or level that is given.
Less than a stated number, amount, or standard.
- Base: below
- Plural: belows
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below average
1worse or lower than normal
Worse or lower than what is usual.
- His test score was below average this term.
- The temperature today is below average for July.
below average
2Worse or less than normal level
Lower in quality or amount than most others of the same kind.
- His performance this season has been below average.
- The test results were slightly below average.
below the belt
1Unfair or cruel remark or action
To say or do something unfair that hurts someone badly, especially in an argument or competition.
- That comment about her family was really below the belt.
- Criticizing his illness was hitting below the belt.
below the belt
2Unfairly hurtful action or remark
Something that is unfair and hurts someone, especially in an argument or competition.
- That comment about his family was below the belt.
- Criticizing her appearance was really below the belt.