underkeep

Meaning

1. verb To keep under or in subjection; subdue; suppress.
2. verb To keep or maintain inadequately or below standard.
3. noun An underground reserve.
4. noun A keep or storage space located beneath the foundation of a structure; cellar.
5. noun Any storage space or reservoir placed below another object.
6. noun An underkeeper, guardian, or custodian.

Similar words

keep under bring under subdew subdue suppress underbring adaunt dompt oppress abandon