1. plural of base; the bottom parts or foundations of something
2. plural of base; main places of operation or headquarters
Usage: military; business
3. plural of base; the four stations in baseball that runners must touch
Usage: baseball

Examples

• The statue’s marble bases were cracked from age.
• The company has bases in three different countries.
• The runner touched all four bases to score a home run.
• We need to cover the bases before making our decision.
• The concrete bases support the entire structure.
• Military bases were established along the border.
• She rounded the bases quickly after hitting the ball.