base — the bottom or foundation of something; the main ingredient or component
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the bottom or foundation of something; the main ingredient or component
Pronunciation (IPA): /beɪs/
Example Sentences
- My mom's secret recipe base is love... and a lot of MSG.
- The company's main base is located in Seoul.
- Don't base your life decisions on K-drama plots!
base
NOUN[/beɪs/]
the bottom or foundation of something; the main ingredient or component
Construction workers examine the concrete base supporting the house frame
Every clue from this base place goes into the case!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'bas' meaning 'low,' which comes from Latin 'basis,' ultimately derived from Greek 'basis' meaning 'step' or 'pedestal.' The word entered Middle English through Norman French influence.
Breakdown
Latin 'basis' (foundation, step) → Old French 'bas' (low) → Middle English 'base' (foundation, bottom part)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's secret recipe base is love... and a lot of MSG.”
“The company's main base is located in Seoul.”
“Don't base your life decisions on K-drama plots!”
“The cake base was so hard, I could use it as a frisbee.”
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