underworld

Definition

The world of the dead, located underneath the world of the living; the afterlife.

Etymology

From under- + world.

Example Sentences

• "In Hindu scriptures, the four-eyed dogs Śārvara and Śyāma guard the underworld's entrance."
• "A disproportionate amount of local politicians have connections to the underworld."
• "In the underworld theme, low notes create a darker feeling that matches the cave setting. This song also creates a sense of continuity across early Mario games, since it's a remix of SMB1's original underworld theme."

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