undersell
[ uhn-der-sel ]
/ ˌʌn dərˈsɛl /
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verb (used with object), un·der·sold, un·der·sell·ing.
to sell more cheaply than.
to advertise with restraint; understate the merits of (something): By underselling his product, he let his hearers convince themselves of its importance.
to sell for less than the actual value.
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British Dictionary definitions for undersell
undersell
/ (ˌʌndəˈsɛl) /
verb -sells, -selling or -sold
to sell for less than the usual or expected price
(tr) to sell at a price lower than that of (another seller)
(tr) to advertise (merchandise) with moderation or restraint
Derived forms of undersell
underseller, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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