1. in progress; happening or being done

1. in motion; moving forward
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The construction project is already underway.
• Preparations for the festival are underway.
• The investigation got underway last week.
• Once the ship was underway, we felt the ocean breeze.
• The meeting will get underway at 3 PM.
• Research is underway to find a cure.
• The vessel got underway at dawn.