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underbidder Definition


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underbid
verb
    intr
    1. To make an offer that is too low.
    2. To offer a lower bid than (another person, other people, etc).
    tr & intr
    3. bridge.
      To bid (a hand) lower than is justified by its value.
noun
    1. A bid too low to be valid.
    2. A bid less than the hand is worth.
Derivative: underbidder
    Someone who underbids.
    The bidder next below the highest bidder, especially at an auction.
Etymology: 17c.



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