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1bedrock

noun bed·rock \-ˈräk, -ˌräk\

: the solid rock that lies under the surface of the ground

: a strong idea, principle, or fact that supports something

Full Definition of BEDROCK

1
:  the solid rock underlying unconsolidated surface materials (as soil)
2
a :  lowest point
b :  basis
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First Known Use of BEDROCK

1839

2bedrock

adjective bed·rock

Definition of BEDROCK

:  solidly fundamental, basic, or reliable <traditional bedrock values> <a bedrock constituency>

First Known Use of BEDROCK

1873
BEDROCK[1] Defined for Kids

bedrock

noun bed·rock \ˈbed-ˌräk\

Definition of BEDROCK for Kids

:  the solid rock found under surface materials (as soil)

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