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1. A statement of fundamental facts or principles
   "he mastered only the basics of geometry";
   - rudiments, elements
    
2. Principles from which other truths can be derived
   "let's get down to basics";
   - fundamentals, fundamental principle, basic principle, bedrock

1. (usually plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant
   - staple

Type of: commodity, fact, good, principle, trade good

Encyclopedia: Basics