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Base \Base\ (b[=a]s), v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Based} (b[=a]sd); p.
pr. & vb. n. {Basing}.] [From {Base}, n.]
To put on a base or basis; to lay the foundation of; to
found, as an argument or conclusion; -- used with on or upon.
--Bacon.
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Based \Based\ (b[=a]sd), p. p. & a.
1. Having a base, or having as a base; supported; as,
broad-based.
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2. [See {Base}, n., 18-21.] Wearing, or protected by, bases.
[Obs.] "Based in lawny velvet." --E. Hall.
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