Definition of "beneath" in English

adverb

1. Below or underneath.

preposition

1. Below.

   • 1718, Alexander Pope, epitaph to Nicholas Rowe Beneath a rude and nameless stone he lies.

2. In a position that is lower in rank, dignity, etc.

   • Their despicable behaviour is beneath contempt.
   • He will do nothing that is beneath his high station.

3. Covered up or concealed by something.