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Vocabulary Entry
basel
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A city in Switzerland known for its cultural institutions and as a trade nexus.
Example Sentences
"Basel is famous for its annual art fair, Art Basel."
"The Rhine River flows through Basel."
"Many tourists visit Basel to see its beautiful architecture."
V
verb
(informal) To base something on; to establish something as a foundation.
Example Sentences
"You should basel your argument on solid evidence."
"They decided to basel the project on the latest research."
"The artist plans to basel her next work on local history."
A
adjective
Pertaining to or characteristic of Basel.
Example Sentences
"The event has a distinctly Basel flair."
"Her fashion choices reflect a Basel style."
"The Basel approach to finance is well-respected."