principles from which other truths can be derived
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
a rule or standard especially of good behavior
a basic truth or law or assumption
a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
(law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
rule of personal conduct
pertaining to or constituting a base or basis
reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality
serving as a base or starting point
