Base (Verb)
Meaning 1
Use as a basis for; found on; "base a claim on some observation".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The entire business model is based on a simple yet effective idea of renting out unused properties.
- Her performance in the play was based on a combination of talent and extensive training.
- The company will base its decision on a thorough analysis of the financial data.
- The researchers based their study on the findings of their predecessors.
- His new book was based on real-life events that took place in the early 1990s.
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Meaning 2
Situate as a center of operations; "we will base this project in the new lab".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- We will base this project in the new lab to take advantage of its advanced equipment.
- Their operations will be based in the capital city to facilitate communication with government officials.
- The company plans to base its European headquarters in Berlin to tap into the region's growing market.
- The search and rescue team will base its efforts in the area where the last signal was detected.
- The charity organization will base its operations in the local community center to be more accessible.
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Meaning 3
Use (purified cocaine) by burning it and inhaling the fumes.
Classification
Verbs of eating and drinking.
Examples
- They would typically base in a well-ventilated area to minimize the risks.
- Base sessions could last several hours with users often losing track of time.
- The users preferred to base their high-purity cocaine.
- Some reports suggested users would base in groups, sharing the substance.
- When she began to base, she became isolated from friends and family.