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foundation

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ɐliˈsɛɾsɨ/a·li·cer·ce

Definition

1

The base or groundwork of a structure, literal or figurative.

Usage examples

“The building's foundation is made of concrete.”
“Trust is the foundation of a good relationship.”

Common combinations

solid foundationlay the foundationmoral foundation