Biz Idiom of the Day- "under the table" under the table Definition: Hidden or secret, with the implication that the law is being broken. Example: 1) My boss pays me under the table, so I don't have to pay income taxes. Etymology: Something that is 'under the table' is hidden from sight - and usually illegal. Synonyms: shady http://www.peakenglish.com/slang/dailybiz.jsp