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