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Base Meaning: Definitions, Examples, and Usage (3 meaning)
Meaning 1：bottom part (base)
base
/beɪs/
n., v.
The bottom or lowest part of something, or the part that supports everything above it.
bottom part
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/ˈbɑːtəm pɑːrt/
n., v.
The lowest or supporting part of an object, onto which other parts are attached or which provides stability.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'basis' (foundation), from Greek 'basis' (step).
💡 Mnemonic
Imagine a BASEball player touching BASE – the foundation of the game.
📖 Example
The lamp was so tall that its base had to be very heavy to keep it from falling over.
The lamp was so tall that its base had to be very heavy to keep it from falling over.
🔗 Collocations
base of a mountain – the lowest part of a mountain where it meets the ground
base of a statue – the pedestal or foundation that supports a statue
wide base – a broad foundation that provides extra stability
🔄 Synonyms
bottom (n.) – the lowest point or part of something
foundation (n.) – the solid base on which a structure rests
pedestal (n.) – a base or support for a column, statue, or other structure
🚫 Antonyms
🌱 Derivatives
📖 Cultural Story
In military and sports (baseball), 'base' denotes a secure starting point or corner, rooted in the Latin 'basis' meaning foundation.
Meaning 2：main camp (base)
base
/beɪs/
n., v.
The main place where people work or live for an activity, like a military operation or a climbing trip.
main camp
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/meɪn kæmp/
n., v.
A central location from which operations are conducted, such as a military base or a base camp for expeditions.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
After a long day of hiking, the climbers returned to their base camp for a hot meal and rest.
After a long day of hiking, the climbers returned to their base camp for a hot meal and rest.
🔗 Collocations
base camp – a camp used as a starting point for expeditions
military base – a facility for military operations
home base – a home or central location for an activity
🔄 Synonyms
headquarters (n.) – the main office or center of operations
camp (n.) – a temporary shelter or base for travelers
hub (n.) – a center of activity or importance
🚫 Antonyms
outpost (n.) – a small remote station or settlement
🌱 Derivatives
basecamp (n.) – a camp used as a base for further activities
Meaning 3：underlying reason (base)
base
/beɪs/
n., v.
The main fact, idea, or principle that you use to support your opinion, decision, or action.
underlying reason
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/ˌʌndərˈlaɪɪŋ ˈriːzən/
n., v.
The fundamental idea or fact that provides the foundation for a belief, argument, or course of action.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
She made her choice to study abroad based on her deep interest in foreign cultures.
She made her choice to study abroad based on her deep interest in foreign cultures.
🔗 Collocations
be based on – to have something as a foundation
base a decision on – to make a decision using something as a reason
base one's argument on – to build an argument on something
🔄 Synonyms
foundation (n.) – the basis on which something stands
principle (n.) – a fundamental truth or proposition
premise (n.) – a previous statement that forms the basis for an argument
🚫 Antonyms
consequence (n.) – a result of something, not its basis
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