Foundation

usgb/faʊnˈdeɪʃn/
noun

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

The house was solidly built on a firm foundation.
Visual representation of "foundation" - The lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below the ground.

Often appears as...

  • lay a foundation
  • build a foundation
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Architectural Metaphor

Often used metaphorically for essential support or starting point of an idea or system.

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Democracy is the foundation of our political system.
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Stability Implication

Implies reliability or strength when used to describe something non-physical.

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Her ethical values were the strong foundation of her character.
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