basis.
basis, base
Meaning & usage
basis, base
basis
basis: in a vector space, a linearly independent set of vectors spanning the whole vector space
base: the name of the controlling terminal of a bipolar transistor (BJT)
base: the lowest side of a in a triangle or other polygon, or the lowest face of a cone, pyramid or other polyhedron laid flat
base: headquarter: permanent structure for housing military
Where this word comes from
Borrowed from Dutch basis, from Latin basis, from Ancient Greek βάσις (básis). Doublet of basa.
bassist: a musician playing a bass; esp. a bass guitarist
Where this word comes from
Borrowed from Dutch bassist (“bassist”).
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