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sub·ter·ra·nean I. \-nēən, -nyən\ adjective or sub·ter·ra·ne·ous \-nēəs\ Etymology: subterranean from Latin subterraneus underground, subterranean + English -an; subterraneous from Latin subterraneus, from sub- + -terraneus (from terra ground, earth + -aneus, from -anus -an) — more at terrace 1. : being or lying under the surface of the earth : situated in the earth or underground < subterranean springs > — opposed to surficial 2. a. : functioning, operating, or suitable for operating beneath the surface of the earth b. : existing or working in secret : hidden • sub·ter·ra·nean·ly adverb II. noun (-s) Etymology: Latin subterraneus + English -an (n. suffix) 1. : one who lives, develops, or works underground 2. : an underground cave or room : cavern |