undermanned

adjective

un·​der·​manned ˌən-dər-ˈmand How to pronounce undermanned (audio)
: inadequately staffed

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The undermanned Celtics lost steam in the third quarter, however, as a massive shooting disparity helped the Hawks build a double-digit lead. Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 31 Mar. 2026 Going into the game, the Celtics are once again undermanned. Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026 The Warriors, injured and depleted and undermanned as any team in the league, are now guaranteed a spot in the postseason. Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026 Ever since, the arc has been the great equalizer for teams who are undersized, undermanned or underseeded. Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for undermanned

Word History

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of undermanned was in 1848

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“Undermanned.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undermanned. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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