Base


Definition of "Base"

Rebecca Mould
Rebecca Mould Lighthouse Harbour Realty, LLC

(1) Bottom of something used as support. (2) Most essential element. (3) Type of interest rate used when computing compound interest equal to: (1 + I). (4) Justification of an argument or position. (5) Typical amount or measure for comparison.

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