1. falls short of a target, goal, or intended mark
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘undershoot’
2. lands short of an intended landing area
Usage: aviation; third person singular present tense of ‘undershoot’

Examples

• The archer undershoots the target by several inches.
• The company undershoots its sales projections for the quarter.
• The pilot undershoots the runway during the landing attempt.
• She undershoots her budget estimate and comes in under cost.
• The basketball player undershoots the basket on his free throw.
• The aircraft undershoots the airport and must circle back around.