sous-sol

Definitions of sous-sol
  1. noun
    the ground floor facade or interior in Renaissance architecture
    synonyms: étage souterrain
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    type of:
    appui, support
    supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation
  2. noun
    the layer of soil between the topsoil and bedrock
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    type of:
    sol
    the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock
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