basis

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   The main idea or fact that something is built on or developed from.

   Her research formed the basis of the new policy.

2. 2
   noun

   The way or rate at which something happens or is done.

   You should brush your teeth on a daily basis.

3. 3
   noun

   A reason or set of facts that supports an argument or decision.

   There is no scientific basis for that claim.

From Latin basis, from Ancient Greek βάσις (básis), from Proto-Indo-European *gʷémtis, derived from Proto-Indo-European *gʷem- (whence also come). Doublet of base.

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