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What is a homonym for basis?

There isn't a perfect homonym for "basis" in the English language. A homonym is a word that is spelled and pronounced the same as another word but has a different meaning. "Basis" is a noun meaning "the foundation or groundwork of something."

However, "basis" can be pronounced similarly to the word "base," which has various meanings, such as:

* The bottom part of something: "The base of the lamp was made of marble."

* A military installation: "The soldiers were stationed at a base in the desert."

* A starting point or foundation: "We need a strong base to build our company on."

While these meanings are related to the concept of "basis," they aren't exactly synonymous. Therefore, "base" is a close but not perfect homonym for "basis."

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