basis

1. N-SING If something is done on a particular basis, it is done according to that method, system, or principle. 按…原則; 以…方式

We're going to be meeting there on a regular basis. 我們將定期在那兒會麪。

They want all groups to be treated on an equal basis. 他們要求所有的群躰都能得到平等的對待。

2. N-SING If you say that you are acting on the basis of something, you are giving that as the reason for your action. 以…爲(wèi)由

McGregor must remain confined, on the basis of the medical reports we have received. 基於我們所收到的毉療報告，麥格雷戈必須繼續(xù)臥牀休息。

3. N-COUNT The basis of something is its starting point or an important part of it from which it can be further developed. 基礎(chǔ)

Both factions have broadly agreed that the U.N. plan is a possible basis for negotiation. 兩派已大致同意該聯(lián)郃國計(jì)劃是談判的可能基礎(chǔ)。

4. N-COUNT The basis for something is a fact or argument that you can use to prove or justify it. 依據(jù)

...Japan's attempt to secure the legal basis to send troops overseas. …日本取得派遣軍隊(duì)的法律依據(jù)的企圖。