(medicine, colloquial) Under anesthesia
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In or at a lower level than
“He found some shade under the branches of the large tree.”
Lower or less than in amount
“There are under a dozen apples left in that barrel.”
Lower in grade or rank than
“Homer worked as a safety inspector under Mr. Burns, the owner of the local nuclear power plant.”
Undergoing a process
“My bathroom is currently under renovation.”
Governed, controlled or managed by
“He will have to remain at his present place of employment as he is under contract for the next two years.”
In accordance with the rules of
“These are the regulations under the Affordable Care Act.”
In a state of, or in the face of
“He is a strong-willed person who thrives under pressure.”
Below the surface of water
“There is a shipwreck off the coast that is under water.”
Following in order or importance
At a lower place, level or layer
“The bottom of the bed seemed like a good place to hide, and so he went under.”
In an unconscious state
“The boxer would go under after taking a direct punch to his head.”
(medicine, colloquial) Under anesthesia
“Surgery could commence now that the patient was under.”
Coming after, less important than, or resulting from someone or something else that is primary
Physically lying underneath
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