What is the correct spelling for OUNDERTOW?

When encountering the misspelling "oundertow", remember that the correct spelling is "undertow". The prefix "un-" signifies something below or beneath, while "tow" refers to the pulling force of water. So, the word describes the powerful current that pulls beneath the ocean's surface.

Correct spellings for OUNDERTOW

  • o undertow The swimmer struggled against the strong and dangerous o undertow.
  • undertow The undertow was so strong that it dragged swimmers out to sea.