foundation

• Nom désignant la base ou le support sur lequel quelque chose est construit, établi ou fondé, ainsi que l'acte de créer une institution dotée de moyens.

A noun referring to the base or underlying support upon which something is built, established, or based.

1. Base of a structureB1formal

   The lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level.

   Fondation d'un bâtiment

   • The workers poured concrete for the foundation of the new house.
   • A strong foundation is essential for any tall building.
   • The earthquake damaged the building's foundation.

   Synonymesbasebedrockfootingsubstructuresupport

2. B2formal

   An underlying basis or principle for something.

   Fondement

   • Trust is the foundation of a healthy relationship.
   • The theory provides a solid foundation for further research.
   • Education is the foundation of a successful career.

   Synonymesbasebasisbedrockcornerstonefundamentgroundworkprinciplerootsubstructure

3. Institution or organizationB2formal

   An organization established to provide financial support for a particular cause or activity.

   fondation (institution)

   • The foundation donated millions to cancer research.
   • She works for a charitable foundation that supports education.
   • The foundation was established in 1990 to promote the arts.

   Synonymescharityendowmentfundinstituteinstitutionorganizationtrust

4. Cosmetic productA2informal

   A cosmetic cream or powder applied to the face to create an even complexion.

   Fond de teint

   • She applied foundation before her makeup.
   • This foundation matches her skin tone perfectly.
   • He uses a light foundation to cover blemishes.

   Synonymesbase