base

/beɪs/ · noun

Meaning

Something from which other things extend; a foundation.
The starting point of a logical deduction or thought; basis.
A permanent structure for housing military personnel and material.
The place where decisions for an organization are made; headquarters.
A basic but essential component or ingredient.
A substance used as a mordant in dyeing.
To give as its foundation or starting point; to lay the foundation of.
To be located (at a particular place).
(acrobatics, cheerleading) To act as a base; to be the person supporting the flyer.
A low spectrum of sound tones.
A section of musical group that produces low-pitched sound, lower than the baritone and tenor.
One who sings in the bass range.
An instrument that plays in the bass range, in particular a double bass, bass guitar, electric bass or bass synthesiser.
The clef sign that indicates that the pitch of the notes is below middle C; a bass clef.
A root.
A primitive word, from which other words may be derived.
The number of distinct symbols used to represent numbers in a particular base, as ten for decimal.
Low in height; short.
Low in place or position.
Of low value or degree.
Of low social standing or rank; vulgar, common.
Morally reprehensible, immoral; cowardly.
Inferior; unworthy, of poor quality.
Of sound, a voice or an instrument, low in pitch or frequency.
The game of prisoners' bars.
Acronym of building, antenna-tower, span, earth.

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