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   Foun·da·tion

   /founˈdāSH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. the lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level: "build the arch resting on top of this solid foundation" Similar footingfootbasesubstructureunderstructureunderpinningbottombedrocksubstratum
   • ▪ a colored cream, powder, or liquid used as a base to even out facial skin tone before applying other cosmetics: "apply moisturizer a few minutes before using foundation"
   • 2. an underlying basis or principle: "this idea is the foundation of all modern economics" Similar basisstarting pointbasepoint of departurebeginningpremisefundamental point/principleprincipal constituentmain ingredientprinciplesfundamentalsrudimentscornerstonecoreheartthrustessencekernelnubunderpinninggroundwork
   • ▪ justification or reason: "distorted and misleading accusations with no foundation" Similar justificationgroundsdefensereasoncausemitigating circumstancesmitigationextenuationexplanationoccasionbasismotivemotivationexcusecallpretextprovocation
   • 3. the action of establishing an institution or organization on a permanent basis, especially with an endowment. Similar foundingestablishingsetting upstartinginitiationinstitutionformingcreationlaunchflotationoriginationdevelopmentinaugurationconstitutionendowmentOpposite dissolutionliquidation
   • ▪ an institution established with an endowment, for example a college or a body devoted to financing research or charity: "charitable foundations" Similar endowed institutioninstitutioncharitable bodyfunding agencysource of funds

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French fondation, from Latin fundatio(n-), from fundare ‘to lay a base for’ (see found2).

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2. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › foundationfoundation noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   foundation [C, U] a principle, an idea or a fact that supports something and that it develops from: Respect and friendship provide a solid foundation for marriage. The rumour is totally without foundation (= is not based on any facts). basis or foundation?

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   noun. the basis or groundwork of anything: the moral foundation of both society and religion. the natural or prepared ground or base on which some structure rests. Synonyms: footing. Antonyms: superstructure. the lowest division of a building, wall, or the like, usually of masonry and partly or wholly below the surface of the ground.

4. www.indeed.com › career-advice › career-developmentFoundation vs. Charity vs. Nonprofit: What's the Difference?

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   • What Is A Charity?
   • What Is A Nonprofit?
   • Examples of Foundations, Charities and Nonprofits

   Being a not-for-profit organization, with all funds directed to their cause

   Focusing on a category the law considers charitable, such as relieving poverty

   Benefiting the public and providing a positive impact

   Being free of a particular political party

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   Religious

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   Cruelty-prevention

   Scientific

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   Blood donor centers

   Private family foundations

   Community centers

   Arts foundations

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6. www.betterwordsonline.com › dictionary › foundationFoundation - Definition, Meaning, Synonyms, Etymology

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   Dictionary definition of foundation. The base, groundwork, or fundamental basis upon which something is built, established, or developed. "The organization focuses on providing education as the foundation for societal development." #1 New Release on Amazon! Detailed meaning of foundation.

7. www.wordreference.com › definition › foundationfoundation - WordReference.com Dictionary of English

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   the act of founding, setting up, establishing, etc.: a policy in effect since the foundation. the state of being founded. an institution financed by a donation or legacy to aid research, education, the arts, etc.: the Ford Foundation.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › thesaurus › foundationFOUNDATION - 46 Synonyms and Antonyms - Cambridge English

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   noun. These are words and phrases related to foundation. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of foundation. First the builders poured a solid foundation of cement. Synonyms. base. substructure. understructure. underpinning. groundwork. bed. bottom. lowest layer. support. foot. pedestal. basement. cellar

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   Introducing the Conceal & Define Full Coverage Foundation. This bad boy has an oil free, breathable formula that seamlessly blends out for streak-free application! Offering a buildable coverage and available in 50 shades, this inclusive foundation is designed to suit all skin types and tones.