basis
noun [ C ] uk/ˈbeɪ.sɪs/ us/ˈbeɪ.sɪs/ bases uk/ˈbeɪ.siːz/ us/ˈbeɪ.siːz/
(IMPORTANT FACTS)
C1 基础；根据
the most important facts, ideas, etc. from which something is developed
form the basis for This document will form the basis for our discussion. 这个文件将是我们讨论的基础。
on the basis of Decisions were often made on the basis of (= using) incorrect information. 决定常常是根据错误的信息作出的。
Their proposals have no proven scientific basis. 他们的提议没有确凿的科学根据。
- More examples
- This information formed the basis of the report.
- Let's assume that they're coming and make plans on that basis.
- I suggest that we meet on a regular basis to discuss progress.
- Discrimination on the basis of race, gender, age or disability is not allowed.
- The initial negotiations are seen as laying the basis for more detailed talks.
(METHOD)
B2 （行动）方式
a way or method of doing something
on a voluntary basis Most of our staff work for us on a voluntary basis (= they work without being paid). 我们的员工大多数是志愿为我们工作的。
Idiom
on a need-to-know basisidiom 仅限于人们需要知道的东西
If you tell people something on a need-to-know basis, you only tell them the facts they need to know at the time they need to know them, and nothing more.