- 1based (on something) if one thing is based on another, it uses it or is developed from it The movie is based on a real-life incident. The report is based on figures from six different European cities.
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- 2(also in compounds) if a person or business is based in a particular place, that is where they live or work, or where the work of the business is done We're based in Chicago. a Chicago-based company
- 3-based (in compounds) containing something as an important part or feature lead-based paints a class-based society see broad-based
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