Subsurface
Pronunciation: /ˈsʌbˌsɜːrfəs/
Subsurface (noun)
- The area or layer that is under the top surface of something.
Examples
- The subsurface contains rich mineral deposits.
- Farmers often study the subsurface for better crop yields.
Common collocations: subsurface layer, subsurface exploration, subsurface water, subsurface investigation, subsurface conditions
Subsurface (adjective)
- Located or happening below the top layer of something.
Examples
- Subsurface currents can affect ocean navigation.
- Engineers examined the subsurface structures before construction.