underknee

English

Etymology

under- +‎ knee

Adjective

underknee (not comparable)

1. Below the knee.
   • 1991, Helen Stanley, Flat Pattern Cutting and Modelling for Fashion, page 162:

     The underknee horizontal seam or dart achieves a closer fit in this area. The dart at hem level creates shape for the calf of the leg and reduces surplus fabric.