| [/ˈbeɪsɪs; ˋbesɪs/] n (pl bases[/ˈbeɪsiːz; ˋbesiz/]) 用法:
1 main principle that underlies sth; foundation 构成某事物的主要原则; 基础:
the basis of morality, friendship, etc 道德、友谊等的基础 *
arguments that have a firm basis, ie that are founded on facts 有坚实基础（有事实根据）的论据 *
Rates of work are calculated on a weekly basis. 工资是以周为计算基准的. 用法:
2 starting-point for a discussion 讨论的出发点:
No basis for negotiations has been agreed upon. 谈判以什麽为中心议题尚未取得一致意见. *
This agenda will form the basis of our next meeting. 本议程将成为下次会议的中心议题. |