fondement

Definitions of fondement
  1. noun
    the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained
    synonyms: base
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    type of:
    assomption, supposition
    a hypothesis that is taken for granted
  2. noun
    lowest support of a structure
    synonyms: base, fondation
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    type of:
    appui, support
    supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation
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