baseplate

noun

base·plate ˈbās-ˌplāt

: a plate that serves as a base or support

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Once the three-inch figurines are assembled, they can be set on their individual baseplates, ready to be placed on a bookshelf, desk, or shelf for display. —

Casey Clark, Peoplemag, 2 May 2023 The four principal components of a watch -- the movement's baseplate, the caseback, case ring and crowning bezel -- are all merged into a single component, which leaves just the movement's wheels and springs to be dropped in, mounted on a single bridge. —

Alex Doak, CNN, 9 Apr. 2021 The crown, baseplate and bridges are made of titanium, as is the insert that shows the signature of the model. —

Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Feb. 2023 The baseplate and bridges reportedly underwent intensive testing to ensure resistance to drops and scrapes. —

Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 19 Jan. 2023 Despite only having 37 pieces, this is the first Ferrari set to feature a baseplate and alternate institutions to create a diagnostics space where the Minifigure can crawl under the car and tinker with a wrench. —

Sal Vaglica, Car and Driver, 21 Jan. 2023 Two powerful magnets hold together the Gem body and a magnetic baseplate. —

PCMAG, 9 Jan. 2023 The collar, sheath, and baseplate are accurate as well. —

Discover Magazine, 31 Jan. 2013 Each figure comes with their own baseplate for display purposes. —

Jamie Spain, Good Housekeeping, 22 Nov. 2022 See More

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