Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

basilar

adjective
/ˈbæs.ɪ.lər/
Definition
relating to or situated at the base.
Examples
  • The basilar membrane plays a crucial role in the process of hearing.
  • In botany, the basilar part of the leaf indicates its attachment point to the stem.
Meaning
The term ‘basilar’ often refers to structures that are located at the bottom or foundation of a system, particularly in anatomy and biology.
Synonyms
  • basic
  • fundamental
  • primary