subterranean
adjective
existing, situated, or operating below the surface of the earth; underground.
subterraneously
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a word derived from
subterranean.
Example Sentences
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Though each of his five succeeding novels has received fine notices, Moore's highest praises have still been sung subterraneously by a few fond readers and fellow writers who refer his work to each other.
From Time Magazine Archive
Everything had to be done subterraneously; for though the Habeas Corpus Act was not yet suspended, preparations for what looked like war were perilous.
From The Revolution in Tanner's Lane by Mark Rutherford
A fine large spring was conducted subterraneously into the corner of one of the buildings and out again, insuring plenty of water in case of a siege.
From A Canyon Voyage The Narrative of the Second Powell Expedition down the Green-Colorado River from Wyoming, and the Explorations on Land, in the Years 1871 and 1872 by Frederick Samuel Dellenbaugh
Nothing but a metallic lode, whose innumerable windings through the bowels of the soil should be connected subterraneously at the base of the block.
From An Antarctic Mystery by Frances Cashel Hoey
Vague feelings, and shapeless terrors!—only subterraneously connected with the wounded man lying in his house.
From The Mating of Lydia by Mrs. Humphry Ward
