'Underwrought' definitions:

Definition of 'Underwrought'

From: GCIDE
  • Underwork \Un`der*work"\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Underworkedor Underwrought; p. pr. & vb. n. Underworking.]
  • 1. To injure by working secretly; to destroy or overthrow by clandestine measure; to undermine. [1913 Webster]
  • But thou from loving England art so far, That thou hast underwrought his lawful king. --Shak. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. To expend too little work upon; as, to underwork a painting. --Dryden. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. To do like work at a less price than; as, one mason may underwork another. [1913 Webster]