the quality of taking advantage | the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface |
importance or value | (art) the surface (as a wall or canvas) prepared to take the paint for a painting |
a record or narrative description of past events | a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage) |
an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered | the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground |
a short account of the news | a relatively homogeneous percept extending back of the figure on which attention is focused |
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. | a position to be won or defended in battle (or as if in battle) |
the act of informing by verbal report | a rational motive for a belief or action |
grounds | the solid part of the earth's surface |
a statement of recent transactions and the resulting balance | material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) |
a formal contractual relationship established to provide for regular banking or brokerage or business services | a relation that provides the foundation for something |
| the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface |