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under water
wa·ter W0044500 (wô′tər, wŏt′ər)n.1. A clear, colorless, odorless, and tasteless liquid, H2O, essential for most plant and animal life and the most widely used of all solvents. Freezing point 0°C (32°F); boiling point 100°C (212°F); specific gravity (4°C) 1.0000; weight per gallon (15°C) 8.338 pounds (3.782 kilograms).2. a. Any of various forms of water: waste water.b. often waters Naturally occurring mineral water, as at a spa.3. a. A body of water such as a sea, lake, river, or stream.b. waters A particular stretch of sea or ocean, especially that of a state or country: escorted out of British waters.4. a. A supply of water: had to turn off the water while repairing the broken drain.b. A water supply system.5. a. Any of the fluids normally secreted from the body, such as urine, perspiration, tears, or saliva.b. A fluid present in a body part in abnormal quantities as a result of injury or disease: water on the knee.c. The fluid surrounding a fetus in the uterus; amniotic fluid.6. An aqueous solution of a substance, especially a gas: ammonia water.7. A wavy finish or sheen, as of a fabric or metal.8. a. The valuation of the assets of a business firm beyond their real value.b. Stock issued in excess of paid-in capital.9. a. The transparency and luster of a gem.b. A level of excellence.v. wa·tered, wa·ter·ing, wa·ters v.tr.1. To pour or sprinkle water on; make wet: watered the garden.2. a. To give drinking water to.b. To lead (an animal) to drinking water.3. To dilute or weaken by adding water: a bar serving whiskey that had been watered.4. To give a sheen to the surface of (fabric or metal).5. To increase (the number of shares of stock) without increasing the value of the assets represented.6. To irrigate (land).v.intr.1. To produce or discharge fluid, as from the eyes.2. To salivate in anticipation of food: The wonderful aroma from the kitchen makes my mouth water.3. To take on a supply of water, as a ship.4. To drink water, as an animal.Phrasal Verb: water down To reduce the strength or effectiveness of: "It seemed clear by late autumn that the ban would be significantly watered down or removed altogether before the trade bill became law" (George R. Packard).Idioms: above water1. Being or holding an asset that is worth more than its purchase price or the debt owed on it.2. Making more than enough money to meet financial obligations. make water To urinate. under water1. Being or holding an asset that is worth less than its purchase price or the debt owed on it.2. Not making enough money to meet financial obligations. water under the bridge A past occurrence, especially something unfortunate, that cannot be undone or rectified: All that is now just water under the bridge.
[Middle English, from Old English wæter; see wed- in Indo-European roots.]
wa′ter·er n.Translationsa causainmeno disott'acquasottounder water
under water1. Of a financial asset, having less value than when it was purchased. As the economy continued to spiral downward, more and more homeowners found themselves with houses under water. As long as these properties remain under water, there's no chance for us to relocate to a better location.2. Financially insolvent; owing more in debt than one's assets are worth. Our firm specializes in helping small business who are under water get out of debt and get back to a manageable cash flow.See also: water under water1. Being or holding an asset that is worth less than its purchase price or the debt owed on it.2. Not making enough money to meet financial obligations.See also: water |