поли — meaning in English

English meaning

• base noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
• lap noun The flat area formed by the thighs of a seated person.
• skirt noun A piece of clothing that hangs from the waist, covering the lower body.

Senses

поли is used for these senses in English:

• base (geometry) The lowest side of a triangle or other polygon, or the lowest face of a cone, pyramid or other polyhedron laid flat.
• base (obsolete) The lower part of a robe or petticoat.
• lap The loose part of a coat; the lower part of a garment that plays loosely; a skirt; an apron.
• skirt A similar part of a dress or robe, etc., that hangs below the waist.

base — full definition

1. noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
2. noun A place used as the main point of operations for a person, group, or military force.
3. verb To use something as a starting point or foundation for a decision, argument, or story.
4. adjective Morally low; without honour or decency.

lap — full definition

1. noun The flat area formed by the thighs of a seated person.
2. noun One complete circuit of a race track or a length of a swimming pool.
3. verb To overtake a competitor by completing an extra full circuit ahead of them.
4. verb Of an animal, to drink liquid using quick movements of the tongue.
5. verb Of waves or water, to strike a surface gently and repeatedly.

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