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Synonyms & Similar Words
foundation
basis
starting point
ground
root
origin
source
beginning
commencement
inception
footing
bedrock
cornerstone
fundament
groundwork
infrastructure
underpinning
substrate
bottom
foot
lowest point
nadir
foundation stone
basis point
reference point
fulcrum
pivot
anchor
mainstay
cornerstone
keystone
foundation
bed
groundwork
substructure
understructure
baseboard
basement
footer
sill
threshold
floor
groundfloor
starting line
takeoff point
springboard
Meaning of Base
The primary meaning of the word "base" refers to the lowest part or foundation of something, serving as a starting point or support for the rest of the structure.
Definitions
- The lowest part or foundation of something, especially a building or a column
- A place or facility providing a foundation or starting point for a particular activity or operation
- A chemical substance that neutralizes acids and is typically slippery to the touch
- A number or value that serves as a starting point for a mathematical operation or calculation
- A location or installation from which a military operation is conducted
Etymology of Base
The word "base" has its roots in the Old French word "bas," meaning "low," which is derived from the Latin word "bassus," also meaning "low" or "thick"
The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century, initially referring to the lowest part of a building or a column
Over time, the word's meaning has expanded to include various related concepts, such as a starting point, a foundation, or a chemical substance
Example Uses
- The base of the mountain was covered in dense forest
- The company's base of operations is located in the city center
- The chemical reaction involved a strong base that neutralized the acid
- The base of the mathematical formula was a complex equation
- The military base was a strategic location for the army's operations