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baseline

/ˈbeɪslaɪn/

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noun

A line that is a base for measurement or for construction.

Examples :

"A laser level generates a convenient baseline for interior work."

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noun

A datum used as the basis for calculation or for comparison.

Examples :

"We used the last doctor visit to provide baselines for vital statistics."

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noun

A line used as the basis for the alignment of glyphs.

Examples :

"Several characters typically have descenders below the lower baseline."

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noun

The line at the farthest ends of the court indicating the boundary of the area of play.

Examples :

"The umpire missed the call. The ball hit the baseline."

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noun

A configuration of software, hardware, or a process that is established and documented as a point of reference.

Examples :

"The baseline configuration includes unsupported components."

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verb

To provide a baseline for measurement.

Examples :

"The company will baseline employee productivity this month to track the effectiveness of the new training program. "

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verb

To play from the baseline.

Examples :

"During the tennis match, Maria tried to baseline aggressively, hitting powerful shots from the back of the court. "