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underslung

/ˈʌndərˌslʌŋ/
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Definitions of underslung
  1. adjective
    supported from above especially in a vehicle having springs attached to the axle from below
    synonyms:
    supported
    held up or having the weight borne especially from below
  2. adjective
    having a lower part projecting beyond the upper
    synonyms: underhung, undershot
    protrusive
    thrusting outward
  3. adjective
    having a low center of gravity; built low to the ground
    synonyms: squat
    low
    literal meanings; being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension
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