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Definition basis in British English

basis noun

[countable] noun
/ˈbeɪsɪs/

▪ constitute, create, establish, form, lay, provide, serve as

1

a particular method or system used for doing or organizing something

Example

workers who are employed on a temporary basis

Example

Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Synonyms and related words
modality method the system
1.1

used for giving the reason why something is done

Example

He declined to say on what basis bail was refused.

Example

Don't make your decision on the basis of cost alone.

Example

Most councillors supported the proposal on the basis that the city needed new jobs.

Synonyms and related words
reason excuse point
1.2

used for saying how often something happens

Example

Safety equipment was checked on a daily basis.

Example

It's a violent city, with murders occurring on a regular basis.

Synonyms and related words
frequency rate irregularity
2

the important ideas, facts, or actions from which something can develop

Example

Bernard's work forms the basis of all modern physiology.

Example

The agreement between the parties will provide the basis for future negotiations.

Synonyms and related words
feature priority element
Definition basis in British English