01 n. The foundation of anything; that on which a thing rests.
pl.
Bases ((bā"sēz))
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1.
The foundation of anything; that on which a thing rests.
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2.
The pedestal of a column, pillar, or statue.[Obs.]“If no basis bear my rising name.” — Pope.
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3.
The groundwork; the first or fundamental principle; that which supports.“The basis of public credit is good faith.” — A. Hamilton.
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4.
The principal component part of a thing.