a foundation (usually on soft ground) consisting of an extended layer of reinforced concrete
the basis on which something is grounded
an institution supported by an endowment
lowest support of a structure
the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained
a flat float (usually made of logs or planks) that can be used for transport or as a platform for swimmers
make into a raft
travel by raft in water
(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent
