Foundation
01
粉底, 底妆
a substance in the form of cream, powder, or liquid applied to facial skin to cover imperfections and prepare it for other cosmetics
例子
She applied a lightweight liquid foundation to achieve a natural-looking base for her makeup.
她涂了一层轻薄的液体粉底，为她的妆容打造了一个自然的底妆。
The foundation cream provided full coverage, hiding acne scars and blemishes effectively.
粉底霜提供了全面的覆盖，有效地隐藏了痤疮疤痕和瑕疵。
02
地基, 基础
a hard layer of cement, stone, etc. that serves as the underground support of a building
例子
The construction crew poured concrete to create a solid foundation for the new office building.
施工队浇筑混凝土，为新的办公楼打造坚实的地基。
The historic lighthouse stood firm atop its rocky foundation, weathering centuries of storms.
这座历史悠久的灯塔坚实地矗立在它的岩石地基上，经受住了几个世纪的风暴。
03
基金会, 基础
an organization established with a specific mission or purpose, often dedicated to charitable, educational, cultural, or research activities
例子
The foundation supports medical research through grants and scholarships.
基金会通过赠款和奖学金支持医学研究。
She works for a foundation that provides scholarships to underprivileged students.
她在一个为贫困学生提供奖学金的基金会工作。
04
the act of establishing, starting, or creating something for the first time
例子
The foundation of the company marked the start of a successful enterprise.
She oversaw the foundation of a new community center.
05
a woman's undergarment designed to shape or support the body
例子
She wore a foundation to smooth the silhouette under her dress.
Modern foundations come in various types, including corsets and shapewear.
06
基础, 根基
the core principles or base upon which something is started, developed, calculated, or explained
例子
The scientific foundation of the theory is based on extensive experimentation and data analysis.
该理论的科学基础基于广泛的实验和数据分析。
The educational foundation of the curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
课程的教育基础强调批判性思维和解决问题的能力。
07
instruction or education in the fundamental principles of a field of knowledge
例子
She enrolled in a foundation course in mathematics before pursuing engineering.
The program provides a foundation in computer science for beginners.
