transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈbā-səl, -zəl ]
adjective
Date: 1645
1.
a. : relating to, situated at, or forming the base
b. : arising from the base of a stem
basal leaves
2.
a. : of or relating to the foundation, base, or essence : fundamental
b. : of, relating to, or being essential for maintaining the fundamental vital activities of an organism : minimal
a basal diet
c. : used for teaching beginners
basal readers
• ba·sal·ly adverb