basament — meaning in English

English meaning

• base noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
• plinth noun A block or slab upon which a column, pedestal, statue or other structure is based.

Senses

basament is used for these senses in English:

• base (architecture) The lowermost part of a column, between the shaft and the pedestal or pavement.
• base (geometry) The lowest side of a triangle or other polygon, or the lowest face of a cone, pyramid or other polyhedron laid flat.
• plinth A block or slab upon which a column, pedestal, statue or other structure is based.

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.

plinth — full definition

1. noun A block or slab upon which a column, pedestal, statue or other structure is based.
2. noun The bottom course of a wall.
3. noun A base or pedestal beneath a cabinet.

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