beneath /bɪˈniːθ/preposition 3adverb 1phrases 2 preposition3 •under something, or lower down than itOur country sinks beneath the yoke. — 1606 •Covered up or concealed by something. •In a position that is lower in rank, dignity, etc.Their despicable behaviour is beneath contempt. adverb1 •Below or underneath. Phrases with beneath beneath the surfaceBeyond what is obvious. scratch beneath the surfaceTo look or see beyond what is obvious.
