base-free
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/beɪs friː/
without a base
Etymology
Etymology Information
'base-free' originates from the combination of 'base,' meaning 'foundation or support,' and 'free,' meaning 'without or lacking.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'base-free' evolved from the need to describe substances or conditions that do not require a foundational element.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without a base or foundation,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not containing or requiring a base; free from a foundational or supporting element.
The solution was base-free, making it ideal for certain chemical reactions.
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Last updated: 2025/03/31 03:56