Meaning & use
foundation
The solid base on which a structure is built, or the basic principles on which something is established.
See it in a sentence
Workers poured concrete for the foundation before building the walls.
Trust forms the foundation of any strong and lasting relationship.
A note on using this word
Foundation is used literally for buildings and figuratively for the basic principles underlying an idea, relationship, or organization.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
An organization that provides funding for charitable, educational, or other purposes.
The foundation awarded grants to several local schools.
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