underpart — English Dictionary

Verb

1. To divide (a part) and assign subordinate portions of it.

   Usage

   • Transitive

Noun

1. A lower or underneath part.

2. A lower or underneath part. Such a part of a bird.

   Usage

   • plural
   • usually

   Examples

   buffy underparts

   This bird species has tan underparts. Try to catch a glimpse when the bird takes off.

Noun

1. a part lying on the lower side or underneath an animal's body

   Broader terms

   body part

   Examples

   the warbler has a white throat and underparts

   a woodland mouse with white underparts