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ба́за — meaning in English

baza

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English meaning

  • base noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
  • based adjective Having a particular place as one's main location or headquarters.
  • basis noun The foundation or starting point for an argument, theory, or decision.
  • camp noun A place with tents, cabins, or temporary shelters where people stay, especially outdoors.
  • depot noun A building used to store goods, vehicles, or equipment.
  • ground noun The solid surface of the earth.
  • station noun A regular stopping place for trains, buses, or other transportation.

Senses

ба́за is used for these senses in English:

  • base Something from which other things extend; a foundation.
  • base The starting point of a logical deduction or thought; basis.
  • base A site, structure, or both, usually durable and often permanent, for housing military personnel and materiel.
  • based (slang, of a person) Not caring what others think about one's personality, style, or behavior; focused on maintaining individuality.
  • basis An underlying condition or circumstance.
  • camp A base of a military group, not necessarily temporary.
  • depot (military) A place for the storage, servicing, or upgrade of military hardware.
  • ground Basis, foundation, groundwork, legwork.

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.

based — full definition

  1. adjective Having a particular place as one's main location or headquarters.
  2. adjective Founded or built upon a particular idea, fact, or source.
  3. adjective (slang) Confidently true to oneself, especially when that means holding unpopular or controversial opinions.

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