foundation
/faʊnˈdeɪʃən/
noun
- The base or lowest part of a building or structure, usually below ground, that supports it.
- Cracks in the foundation can cause serious problems for the whole structure.
- A strong foundation is essential for a tall building to stay safe.
- The workers poured concrete to build the foundation of the new house.
- An underlying basis or principle for something.
- The course provides a solid foundation in mathematics.
- Trust is the foundation of any good relationship.
- Her education gave her a strong foundation for her career.
- An organization that provides money for charitable, educational, or research purposes.
- The foundation awards grants to local community projects.
- The charitable foundation donated millions to build a new hospital.
- She works for a foundation that supports environmental conservation.
- A cosmetic cream or powder applied to the face to create an even skin tone.
- This foundation matches my skin perfectly.
- He uses a mineral foundation for a natural look.
- She applied a light foundation to even out her skin tone.
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