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basic Definition

basic (bā′sik)

adjective

  1. of, at, or forming a base; fundamental; essential
  2. constituting a basis or introduction; elementary basic military training
    1. Chem. of, having the nature of, or containing a base; alkaline
    2. designating, of, or resulting from a process of manufacturing steel from high-phosphorus iron, in which the refining agent is a basic slag formed from a basic furnace lining and the addition of lime
  4. Geol. designating or of igneous rocks with 45-52% silica

noun

  1. a basic principle, factor, etc.: usually used in pl.
  2. basic military training

basic Related Forms
bas′·i·cally adverb
BASIC Definition

BASIC (bā′sik)

noun

a simplified computer language that utilizes common English words and algebra

Etymology: B(eginner's) A(ll-purpose) S(ymbolic) I(nstruction) C(ode)

basic Synonyms

basic

modif.

essential, central, primary, elementary; see fundamental 1, necessary 1.

basic Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • accounting: It is a very useful compendium, providing an introduction to the basics of accounting and business finance.

Converse of object

  • grasp: It is easy to grasp the basics of badger surveying and one square should only take a day to survey.
  • learn: Learn the basics of GPS navigation using Garmin hand held GPS.
  • explain: This section explains the basics of a document management system.
  • master: Once you've mastered the basics of Photoshop Elements, this is the book to further develop your skills to get professional results!
  • teach: BYRDS regional training is designed to teach the basics of dressage to riders aged 12-21 working at all levels.
  • understand: The overview is the place to start if you need to understand the basics of digital cameras.

Adjective modifier

  • 25k: Offering £ 25k basic, company car, mobile and laptop with a discretionary end of year company related bonus.
  • 30k: In return offering a £ 30k basic with excellent earning potentials, company car, mobile and opportunities for career development.
  • absolute: Invariably you will need to spend lots of time taking your computer back to absolute basics before loading up the new operating system.

Modifies a noun

  • principle: The Players Nigerian Fives players fellow none of the basic principles of European players.
  • skill: You are here: Home Embedded Basic Skills Why should VCS get involved?
  • concept: No change today Today the basic concept of the zoo has remained the same.
  • salary: In addition to an attractive basic salary there will be an On Target Budget of 10 % .
  • pension: A basic state pension of at least £ 105 a week which is paid to people at 65.
  • understanding: Reading Material There are a number of books that you will find useful, giving you a basic understanding of running clinical trials.

Modifying Another Word

  • fairly: This fairly basic folder was seen on the Concept Cycling Ltd stand near the entrance.
  • pretty: Windows will give you a lot of popular game options, and word processing is a pretty basic option on any OS.
  • very: The prices below are just to give you a very basic idea on the costs involved.
  • quite: Refuges are quite basic but they do provide cooking facilities, which we use when we can.