socle — meaning in English

English meaning

• basement noun A floor of a building below ground level.
• dock noun A structure at a harbour where ships load, unload, or are repaired.
• stand verb To be upright on one's feet, or to rise into that position.

Senses

socle is used for these senses in English:

• basement (geology) A mass of igneous or metamorphic rock forming the foundation over which a platform of sedimentary rocks is laid.
• dock (electronics) A device designed as a base for holding a connected portable appliance for providing the necessary electrical charge for its autonomy, or as a hardware extension for additional capabilities.
• socle (architectural element) A low plinth or pedestal used to display a statue or other artwork.
• stand A device to hold something upright or aloft.

basement — full definition

1. noun A floor of a building below ground level.
2. noun Ellipsis of semi-basement, a floor mostly below grade
3. noun A mass of igneous or metamorphic rock forming the foundation over which a platform of sedimentary rocks is laid.
4. noun Last place in a sports conference's standings.

dock — full definition

1. noun A structure at a harbour where ships load, unload, or are repaired.
2. verb To bring a ship into a dock, or for a spacecraft to connect to another craft or station.
3. verb To deduct an amount from someone's pay or score as a penalty.
4. noun The enclosed area in a courtroom where the accused sits during a trial.
5. noun A weedy plant with broad leaves, traditionally rubbed on nettle stings.

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