Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

basement

noun
/ˈbeɪsmənt/
Definition
The floor of a building that is partly or completely below ground level.
Examples
  • The kids play in the basement on rainy days.
  • We converted the basement into a home theater.
  • After the storm, the basement flooded and we had to clean it up.
Meaning
A basement is typically used for storage, utilities, or living space, depending on its design.
Synonyms
  • cellar
  • lower level
  • sublevel