kanta — meaning in English
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English meaning
- base noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
- basis noun The foundation or starting point for an argument, theory, or decision.
- contention noun A claim or position put forward and argued for, especially in a debate.
- counterfoil noun the part of a cheque that is retained in the chequebook as a record; a stub
- derivation noun A leading or drawing off of water from a stream or source.
- head noun The part of the body containing the brain, eyes, and mouth.
- heel noun The rounded back part of the foot, or the corresponding part of a shoe or sock.
- point of view noun The particular way a person thinks about or judges something, shaped by their own position, experience or interests.
- population noun The total number of people living in a particular place.
- position noun A place or location where something or someone is.
- radix noun The primitive root word or morpheme from which later versions derive; the etymon
- root noun The underground part of a plant that anchors it and draws in water and nutrients.
- stance noun The way someone stands, including their posture and the position of their feet.
- stand verb To be upright on one's feet, or to rise into that position.
- strain verb To injure a muscle or tendon by overstretching or overusing it.
- stub noun A short remaining piece of something after the main part has been used, cut, or removed.
Senses
kanta is used for these senses in English:
- base (botany) The end of a leaf, petal or similar organ where it is attached to its support.
- 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 (mathematics) A number raised to the power of an exponent.
- contention A point maintained in an argument, or a line of argument taken in its support; the subject matter of discussion of strife; a position taken or contended for.
- counterfoil the part of a cheque that is retained in the chequebook as a record; a stub
- derivation That from which a thing is derived.
- head The population of game.
- head The end of a nail, screw, bolt, or similar fastener which is opposite the point; usually blunt and relatively wide.
base — full definition
- noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
- noun A place used as the main point of operations for a person, group, or military force.
- verb To use something as a starting point or foundation for a decision, argument, or story.
- adjective Morally low; without honour or decency.
basis — full definition
- noun The foundation or starting point for an argument, theory, or decision.
- noun A regular pattern or frequency with which something is done.