Associations to the word «Underfoot»

Wiktionary

UNDERFOOT, adjective. Situated under one’s feet.
UNDERFOOT, adverb. (to crush, to trample, etc.) Under one's feet.
UNDERFOOT, adverb. In the way; situated so as to obstruct or hinder.

Dictionary definition

UNDERFOOT, adverb. Under the feet; "trampled the beans underfoot"; "green grass growing underfoot".
UNDERFOOT, adverb. In the way and hindering progress; "a house with children and pets and toys always underfoot".

Wise words

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