base
B1Frequent NGSL-1UK /beɪs/US /beɪs/
Meaning
noun
the lowest part of something, especially the part or surface on which it rests or stands
“The lamp has a heavy base.”
verb
to use a particular city, town, etc. as the main place for a business, holiday, etc.
“be based in… , The organization is now based in Geneva.”
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