foundation

US /faʊnˈdeɪ.ʃən/
UK /faʊnˈdeɪ.ʃən/
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1.

fondation, base

the lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level

:
The house has a strong concrete foundation.
La maison a une solide fondation en béton.
Cracks in the foundation can indicate structural problems.
Les fissures dans la fondation peuvent indiquer des problèmes structurels.
2.

base, principe

an underlying basis or principle for something

:
Trust is the foundation of any strong relationship.
La confiance est la base de toute relation solide.
His research provides a solid foundation for future studies.
Ses recherches fournissent une solide base pour les études futures.
3.

fondation, organisme

an institution supported by an endowment or grants, providing funds for charities or research

:
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation supports global health initiatives.
La Fondation Bill & Melinda Gates soutient les initiatives de santé mondiale.
She received a grant from a research foundation.
Elle a reçu une subvention d’une fondation de recherche.
4.

fond de teint, base de maquillage

a cosmetic in the form of a cream or liquid, applied to the face to create an even, uniform color to the complexion

:
She applied a light layer of liquid foundation to her skin.
Elle a appliqué une fine couche de fond de teint liquide sur sa peau.
Choosing the right shade of foundation is crucial for a natural look.
Choisir la bonne teinte de fond de teint est crucial pour un look naturel.