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base

/beɪs/
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A base is a substance in science that can accept hydrogen ions or release hydroxide ions when mixed with water. It usually tastes bitter and feels slippery. An example of a base is soap.

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"base" as noun

1 - Something from which other things extend; a foundation.

2 - The starting point of a logical deduction or thought; basis.

3 - A permanent structure for housing military personnel and material.

"base" as verb

1 - To give as its foundation or starting point; to lay the foundation of.

2 - To be located (at a particular place).

3 - (acrobatics, cheerleading) To act as a base; to be the person supporting the flyer.

"base" as noun

1 - A low spectrum of sound tones.

2 - A section of musical group that produces low-pitched sound, lower than the baritone and tenor.

3 - One who sings in the bass range.

"base" as noun

1 - A root.

2 - A primitive word, from which other words may be derived.

3 - The number of distinct symbols used to represent numbers in a particular base, as ten for decimal.

"base" as adjective

1 - Low in height; short.

2 - Low in place or position.

3 - Of low value or degree.

"base" as adjective

1 - Of sound, a voice or an instrument, low in pitch or frequency.

"base" as noun

1 - The game of prisoners' bars.

"base" as noun

1 - Acronym of building, antenna-tower, span, earth.

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Synonyms
1 - basis
2 - foundation
3 - groundwork
4 - foot
5 - stand
6 - root
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Antonyms
1 - noble
2 - honorable
3 - virtuous
4 - lofty
5 - regal
6 - royal
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