noun Uncommon

basing

BAY-sihng

Basing (noun) means the act of housing or storing something at a central base or location. Example: “The airline reviewed its basing of aircraft to cut down on empty repositioning flights.”

noun

The act of housing or storing something at a central base or location.

"The airline reviewed its basing of aircraft to cut down on empty repositioning flights."

How to use basing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe act of stationing something (such as vehicles, troops, or equipment) at a base.

Word forms

basings plural

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The airline reviewed its _____ of aircraft to cut down on empty repositioning flights.

Rhymes for basing

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Frequently asked questions

What does “basing” mean?

The word “basing” means the act of housing or storing something at a central base or location. In plain terms, the act of stationing something (such as vehicles, troops, or equipment) at a base.

How do you pronounce “basing”?

“Basing” is pronounced BAY-sihng (/ˈbeɪsɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “basing” in a sentence?

Here is “basing” used in a sentence: “The airline reviewed its basing of aircraft to cut down on empty repositioning flights.”

What part of speech is “basing”?

“Basing” is a noun.

Is “basing” a common word?

“Basing” is an uncommon word in modern English.