basement
|base-ment|
B1
/ˈbeɪsmənt/
underground level
Etymology
Etymology Information
'basement' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'basement,' where 'base' meant 'foundation.'
Historical Evolution
'basement' changed from the Old French word 'basement' and eventually became the modern English word 'basement'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'foundation or base of a building,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a part of a building below ground level.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a part of a building that is entirely or partly below ground level.
The basement is used for storage.
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Last updated: 2025/04/10 06:52