base of a polygon
Geometry term for the side treated as the base of a triangle or other polygon.
Find the length of the base of the triangle.
bottom of the social scale; lower levels; lower classes
Used for the lowest layer of a social, economic, or organizational hierarchy. In social contexts it can sound harsh, stigmatizing, or critical.
彼は社会の底辺から抜け出そうと必死に働いた。
He worked desperately to escape the bottom of society.
Refers to the broad supporting base or foundation of something, often in phrases such as 底辺を支える or 底辺を拡大する. The image may overlap with a lower layer that supports the whole.
地域クラブの育成は、競技の底辺を拡大するために重要だ。
Developing local clubs is important for expanding the base of the sport.
Find the length of the base of the triangle.
He has lived hard at the bottom of society.
Small and medium-sized businesses support the base of the economy.
Efforts are underway to widen the base of people participating in sports.