champagne — meaning in English

English meaning

• base noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
• Champagne noun A sparkling white wine traditionally made in the Champagne region of France using a specific fermentation method.

Senses

champagne is used for these senses in English:

• Champagne .
• base (heraldry) The lowest third of a shield (or field), or an ordinary occupying this space, the champagne. (Compare terrace.)

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.

Champagne — full definition

1. noun A sparkling white wine traditionally made in the Champagne region of France using a specific fermentation method.
2. noun Loosely, any sparkling white wine, or a glass of it.
3. noun A pale, brownish-gold color resembling the wine.

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