No. 4,169 in Dutch
base
The Dutch word "base" means "basis" or "foundation" in English.
In a sentence
De basis van een gezonde maaltijd is verse groente.
The base of a healthy meal is fresh vegetables.
Here, the word 'base' (basis in Dutch) refers to the foundational or starting element of something, in this case, a healthy meal.
Hij sloeg de bal met de base en rende naar de volgende honk.
He hit the ball with the bat and ran to the next base.
In this sentence, 'base' pertains to a term used in sports, specifically baseball, referring to one of the four stations or goals on the field.
De wetenschapper werkte in een onderzoekbasis in Antarctica.
The scientist worked in a research base in Antarctica.
Here, 'base' denotes a specific location or facility where operations or research activities are conducted.
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