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