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bedrock (noun)

The solid rock that lies underneath soil or loose earth. Metaphorically, it refers to the fundamental principles or facts upon which something is based.

💬 Example

"The construction crew had to drill through ten meters of soil before they reached the bedrock."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'bed' made of 'rock'. It is the very bottom layer where the Earth sleeps. It never moves and is the strongest...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'bedrock' to mean 'the very top'. → Using 'keystone' or 'pinnacle'.

Writing it as two words: 'bed rock'. → bedrock

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