To lay a foundation; to make a first sketch or preliminary plan

To eat something before consuming alcohol to prevent getting drunk or sick

To apply an undercoat of paint, or to apply foundation makeup to the face before other cosmetics.

(stock market) For a share price to stabilize or oscillate at a low level before beginning a recovery.

To arrange matters in advance or provide a heads-up to ensure things go smoothly

The end or bottom part of something, such as the innermost part of a room

To have a baseline level of confidence or a safety net