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foundation

Also known as base, foundations

lowest and supporting layer of a structure

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A foundation is the lowest layer of a building or structure that sits on the ground and supports everything built above it. It matters because a strong, properly built foundation prevents a structure from sinking, shifting, or collapsing, making it essential for the safety and longevity of any building.

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Shallow foundations of a house versus the deep foundations of a skyscraper. Foundation with pipe fixtures coming through the sleeves

In engineering, a foundation is the element of a structure which connects it to the ground or more rarely, water (as with floating structures), transferring loads from the structure to the ground. Foundations are generally considered either shallow or deep. Foundation engineering is the application of soil mechanics and rock mechanics (geotechnical engineering) in the design of foundation elements of structures.