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bottom

Pronunciation: [/ˈbɑ.təm/]

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bottom: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use bottom in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical location”

(noun) the lowest part of something, like the bottom of a cup or the bottom of a mountain. It's often where things rest or where you start counting from the lowest point.

Example

She found a penny at the bottom of her bag.

Example

The lost keys were not at the bottom of the drawer.

Example

What's at the bottom of the ocean?

Context: “clothing”

(noun) the lower part of a piece of clothing that you wear on your legs. It's like the part of your pants that covers your legs below your waist.

Example

He had to patch up the hole in the bottom of his jeans.

Example

The skirt's bottom was too long and needed alterations.

Example

What color is the bottom of his shorts?

Context: “foundation”

(noun) the base or supporting part of something. It's like the bottom of a building that holds everything up.

Example

The bottom of the vase was wide and stable.

Example

The unstable table kept wobbling on its bottom.

Example

How strong is the bottom of the chair?

How to pronounce bottom

Pronunciation: [/ˈbɑ.təm/]

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