foundations
US /faʊnˈdeɪʃənz/
UK /faʊnˈdeɪʃənz/
复数名词
1.
地基, 基础
the lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level
示例:
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The old house had weak foundations.
那座老房子的地基很弱。
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They are digging the foundations for the new skyscraper.
他们正在为新摩天大楼挖地基。
2.
基础, 基本原则
an underlying basis or principle for something
示例:
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The country's legal system is built on strong foundations.
该国的法律体系建立在坚实的基础之上。
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A good education provides the foundations for a successful career.
良好的教育为成功的职业生涯奠定基础。
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粉底, 化妆品
a cosmetic applied to the face to create an even, uniform color to the complexion, cover flaws, and sometimes to change the natural skin tone
示例:
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She applied her foundations before putting on other makeup.
她先涂了粉底，然后才化其他妆。
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This brand of foundations offers excellent coverage.
这个品牌的粉底提供出色的遮瑕效果。