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baseline

The correct spelling is baseline.

How to pronounce baseline

noun

IPA: /ˈbeɪslaɪn/

Say it like: Bas-eli-ne

The correct spelling is baseline. A line that is a base for measurement or for construction. For example: "A laser level generates a convenient baseline for interior work."

Usage Examples

A laser level generates a convenient baseline for interior work.

We used the last doctor visit to provide baselines for vital statistics.

Several characters typically have descenders below the lower baseline.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A line that is a base for measurement or for construction.
  2. 2.A datum used as the basis for calculation or for comparison.
  3. 3.A line used as the basis for the alignment of glyphs.
  4. 4.The line at the farthest ends of the court indicating the boundary of the area of play.
  5. 5.A configuration of software, hardware, or a process that is established and documented as a point of reference.

verb

  1. 1.To provide a baseline for measurement.
  2. 2.To play from the baseline.

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