la
baz
Translation
base; basis
Word origin
From Latin basis, borrowed from Greek basis ('a step, a foundation'), from bainein ('to go, to step'). English base, basis and basement come from the same source.
- Origin
- Greek
- Root
- basis
- English cognates
- base, basis, basement
Grammar
Examples
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Trust is the basis of any friendship.
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The soldiers returned to base.
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You need to know the basics before going further.
Cette .
This sauce is made with vegetables from the garden.
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Our team set up its base near the river.
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This dish is prepared with fresh fish as a base.
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