below

(adverb, preposition)

adverb

1. in or to a place that is lower

Similar word(s): beneath

2. (in writing) at a later place

- see below

Similar word(s): infra

3. on a floor below

Similar word(s): downstairs

4. further down

Similar word(s): under

Sentences with below as an adverb:

- the landlubbers lying down below

preposition

1. Lower in spatial position than.

- The treasure is buried two meters below the surface.

2. Lower in value, price, rank or concentration than.

- The temperature is below zero.

3. Downstream of.

4. South of.

5. Unsuitable to the rank or dignity of; beneath.

- Such petty behavior is below me.

6. (stage directions) Downstage of.