patka — meaning in English

English meaning

• base noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
• heel noun The rounded back part of the foot, or the corresponding part of a shoe or sock.

Senses

patka 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.
• serif (typography) A short line added to the end of a stroke in traditional typefaces, such as Times New Roman.

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.

heel — full definition

1. noun The rounded back part of the foot, or the corresponding part of a shoe or sock.
2. noun A contemptible, dishonest, or unscrupulous person.
3. noun In professional wrestling, a performer playing the villain role.
4. verb For a boat or ship to tilt or lean over to one side.
5. verb For a dog to walk obediently close beside its owner.

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