basics
bay siks
- n a statement of fundamental facts or principles
- n principles from which other truths can be derived
let's get down to basics - n a popular programming language that is relatively easy to learn; an acronym for beginner's all-purpose symbolic instruction code; no longer in general use
- n (usually plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant
- But Peanuts is the leader of a refreshing new breed that takes an unprecedented interest in the basics of life.
- On the basics we've got 'em.
- The truth is, you just need to stick to the basics that you've been taught your whole life eat as much green, leafy vegetables as you can, as much fruit as you can, as colorful .