Undercut (verb)

1. To cut away the lower part of (something) from beneath.
2. To reduce the price, quality, or standard of something to a level below that of a competitor.
3. To undermine or weaken the effectiveness or success of something or someone.

Origin:

The word 'undercut' originated in the late 16th century from the middle english word 'undercuten' which means 'to cut from below'. it is derived from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' and the word 'cut' meaning 'to make an opening, incision, or wound by cutting'. .

Examples:

1. The builder undercut the wall to make space for the pipes.
2. The company's prices were undercut by their competitors.
3. The recent policy change has been criticized for undercutting the power of workers.
4. The new discount store undercuts the prices of its competitors.
5. The new law is expected to undercut the profits of the tobacco industry.