Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

form the foundation of

Phrase
/fɔrm ðə faʊnˈdeɪʃən ʌv/
Definition
to be the basic support or underlying principle for something
Examples
  • Strong ethics form the foundation of a successful business.
  • Education and training form the foundation of a skilled workforce.
  • Trust and communication form the foundation of any healthy relationship.
Meaning
It refers to the essential elements or ideas that support or underlie a concept, organization, or system.
Synonyms
  • establish the base of
  • serve as the groundwork for
  • lay the groundwork for