basis
US /ˈbeɪ.sɪs/
UK /ˈbeɪ.sɪs/

1.
基礎, 根據
the underlying support or foundation for an idea, argument, or process
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The research provides a strong basis for the new theory.
這項研究為新理論提供了堅實的基礎。
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Trust is the basis of any good relationship.
信任是任何良好關係的基礎。
2.
基礎, 主要成分
the principal component of a mixture or compound
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Water is the basis of most biological systems.
水是大多數生物系統的基礎。
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The sauce has a tomato basis.
這種醬汁以番茄為基礎。