subbase
ˈsʌbbeɪs
Definition

Definition of subbase - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
constructionTECH.layer of material under a roadbed to provide stabilityTECH.
  • The subbase was compacted before asphalt was laid on top..
2.
architectureTECH.supporting structure beneath a statue or monumentTECH.
  • The subbase of the statue was made of solid granite..
base foundation
3.
mathematicsTECH.subcollection of a topological spaceTECH.
  • The subbase helps define the topology of the space.
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Images of subbase

  • subbase: supporting structure beneath a statue or monument
    supporting structure beneath a statue or monument

Origin of subbase

Latin, sub (under) + base (foundation)

Examples of subbase in a sentence

  • A strong subbase is crucial for road durability.
  • The subbase was carefully measured to ensure stability.
  • Workers reinforced the subbase before placing the monument.
  • A subbase can simplify complex topological problems.
  • Researchers study the subbase to understand space properties.

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  1. French:couche de fondation, socle, ...
  2. German:Tragschicht, Sockel, ...
  3. Italian:sottofondo, sottobase, ...
  4. Spanish:capa base, cimentación, ...
  5. Portuguese:subleito, subestrutura, ...
  6. Chinese:底基层, 底座, ...
  7. Japanese:下層路盤, 台座, ...
  8. Arabic:طَبَقَة تَحْتِيَّة, قاعِدَة سُفلِيَّة, ...
  9. Hebrew:תַּת-בָּסִיס, תַּת-בָּסִיס, ...
  10. Russian:подоснова, пьедестал, ...
  11. Ukrainian:підоснова, підставка, ...
  12. Hindi:उपाधार, मूर्ति का आधार, ...
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