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Word: Basis
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
late 16th century (denoting a base or pedestal): via Latin from Greek, ‘stepping’. Compare with base
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈbeɪsɪs
Dialects: British English
Definition:
the underlying support or foundation for an idea, argument, or process
Short Definition:underlying support or foundation for idea or process
Examples:- trust is the only basis for a good working relationship
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