base upon
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Meaning · English
To base on.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “base upon” mean?
To base on.
Is “base upon” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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