foundation

Definition

  • n. the basis on which something is grounded
  • n. an institution supported by an endowment
  • n. lowest support of a structure
  • n. education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge

Word forms

Plural
foundations

Example sentences

  1. n.

    Education is the foundation of a successful career.

  2. n.

    The builders poured concrete to create a strong foundation for the house.