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Definition foundation in British English

foundation noun

noun
/faʊnˈdeɪʃ(ə)n/

▪ build, establish, form, lay, provide, strengthen

1

the part of a structure of a building that is below the ground and supports the rest of it

Example

How long will it take to finish digging the foundations?

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frames foundation support
2

the most basic part of something from which the rest of it develops

Example

He believes that religion is the foundation of a civilized society.

Example

The first two years of study provide a solid foundation in computing.

Example

Their current economic prosperity rests on rather weak foundations.

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feature priority element
3

an organization that provides money for things such as medical research or for a charity

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aid agency aid worker benefactor
Example

the foundation of the first grammar schools

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bootstrap go into set up
5

a cream the same colour as your skin that you put on your face before the rest of your make-up

Synonyms and related words
bindi blush blusher
Definition foundation in British English