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    Base (en. Base)

    /bɛs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Lower part on which an object or structure rests.
    The base of the statue is made of marble.
    La base de la statue est en marbre.
    Support point or foundation of an idea.
    This theory is built on a solid foundation.
    Cette théorie se construit sur une base solide.
    In chemistry, a substance that accepts protons.
    Sodium hydroxide is a strong base.
    L'hydroxyde de sodium est une base forte.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'basis', meaning foundation or support.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    database
    Organized set of stored information.
    base de données
    military base
    Installation of armed forces.
    base militaire
    to lay the foundations
    To establish the foundations of a project.
    poser les bases

    Related Words

    to build
    Building something on a base.
    bâtir
    foundation
    Structure that supports something.
    fondation
    pedestal
    Solid base on which a statue or monument rests.
    socle

    Slang Meanings

    To be at the base of something.
    He is at the base of all our decisions.
    Il est à la base de toutes nos décisions.
    To do something basic.
    This project is basic, not complicated.
    Ce projet, c'est du base, pas compliqué.