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based /ˈbeɪst/ adjective

based

/ˈbeɪst/

adjective

Britannica Dictionary definition of BASED

— used to describe the base or basis of something

a soundly based argument [=an argument that has a sound basis]

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— often used in combination

oil-based paints

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