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baseline

Definition

  • noun: information that is used as a starting point by which to compare other information
  • noun: a line serving as a basis
  • often used before another noun

Examples

  • The experiment is meant only to provide a 'baseline' for other studies.

Movie quotes

  • (..) I say again, we got a train of VIP cargo headed for the coast. Is the bridge clear? Over. Snake Eyes, I need a... We are in baseline yellow. Secure or not? Over. Do you think it's intact? Only one way to find out. - Do you want to take the top? - Sure. (..)
    2014 Godzilla