Basement

/ˈbeɪs.mənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The lowest part of a building, typically below ground level, used for storage or as a living area.

We converted the basement into a playroom for the kids.

A cellar or underground room.

The wine was stored in the basement under ideal conditions.

The foundation or lower part of a structure.

The basement of the building was reinforced to withstand earthquakes.

Derived from the French 'basement', from 'bas', meaning 'low' or 'lowly'.

basement dwelling

A place where one resides in a basement, often with lower living standards.

in the basement

Refers to being in a low status or low position, sometimes metaphorical.

basement bargain

A deal that is significantly lower in price than typical.

cellar

A room below ground level used for storage, especially for wine.

foundation

The base or structure that supports a building.

Used to refer to a place where unwanted items are kept.

All those old clothes are just gathering dust in the basement.

Referring to a situation where something is overlooked or ignored.

His ideas were always in the basement when it came to team discussions.