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as in undersides
the side or part facing downward from something
that side of the shelf is supposed to be the bottom, so turn it over before you assemble the bookcase
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as in feet
the lowest part, place, or point
sliding all the way to the bottom of the snow-covered slope
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as in cheeks
the part of the body upon which someone sits
the baby fell backwards onto her bottom
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as in boats
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
the cargo will be carried by a local bottom
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as in depths
the lowest point or level
when profits hit bottom the company was forced to declare bankruptcy
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as in foundations
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
the bottom of his thesis is the assumption that people are fundamentally good
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Recent Examples of bottoms
The kitchen had two notable features—a big cast-iron woodstove on which everything was cooked, and a dishwasher that stood up like a blockhouse, designed to receive trays two feet by two with wire-mesh bottoms and sides four inches high.
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John McPhee, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Pick up these sneaky wide-leg sweatpants, which remind us of Stewart’s low-key bottoms.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
The top is designed with horizontal pleated detailing and cap sleeves, while the bottoms offer a simple, wide-leg silhouette with side pockets and a drawstring to adjust the fit to your liking.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026
Look for hardwood ridges near agricultural fields, river bottoms that might hold good roost trees, and timber points that jut out into corn or soybean fields.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 16 Apr. 2026
The seat bottoms can fold up, enabling multiple configurations, including space for wheelchair stowage, the ability to extend a bed across the pod, or a table to allow business travelers to meet during their flight.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
The English star only wore tiny yellow bikini bottoms in the image shared on her Instagram.
—Sarah Sotoodeh, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
The top features subtle ruching on the sides, and the high-rise bottoms have an adjustable drawstring waist with convenient side pockets.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
Pale shades of pink, head-to-toe shades of brown and bottoms that read dressier than blue jeans are in demand.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
John McPhee, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Pick up these sneaky wide-leg sweatpants, which remind us of Stewart’s low-key bottoms.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
The top is designed with horizontal pleated detailing and cap sleeves, while the bottoms offer a simple, wide-leg silhouette with side pockets and a drawstring to adjust the fit to your liking.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026
Look for hardwood ridges near agricultural fields, river bottoms that might hold good roost trees, and timber points that jut out into corn or soybean fields.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 16 Apr. 2026
The seat bottoms can fold up, enabling multiple configurations, including space for wheelchair stowage, the ability to extend a bed across the pod, or a table to allow business travelers to meet during their flight.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
The English star only wore tiny yellow bikini bottoms in the image shared on her Instagram.
—Sarah Sotoodeh, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
The top features subtle ruching on the sides, and the high-rise bottoms have an adjustable drawstring waist with convenient side pockets.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
Pale shades of pink, head-to-toe shades of brown and bottoms that read dressier than blue jeans are in demand.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bottoms
Noun
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Look for larvae on the undersides of leaves.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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To achieve their audacious goals, the fish use hook-like growths on the undersides of both their pectoral and pelvic fins to push themselves upward.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
2 Apr. 2026
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But the most fascinating are the greenhouse suites, six in all, airy lofts with powder pink Venetian terrazzo floors and an adjoining orangery.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Felt Pads Under Furniture Those small felt pads designed to protect floors can collect dust, hair, and debris.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
11 Apr. 2026
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Sierra says the drone outside her daughter's second-floor bedroom window would be just feet away and wouldn't go to any other part of her home.—
Heath Kalb,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The 4-by-8-foot panels, which cover 32 square feet, are easy to install and are sold at home centers and lumber yards.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Apr. 2026
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Her thong also revealed her bare buttocks and, at certain points, Spears shook her butt and slapped her cheeks.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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The professional poker player finished everything off with classic Hollywood glam, including long wispy eyelashes, black eyeliner, bronzy cheeks, a bright red lip, and matching nails.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
10 Apr. 2026
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The younger two brothers float paper boats in the kitchen sink and Jeremy plays along, sprinkling flour on their heads—but making the kitchen a total mess.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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The town, home to roughly 20,000 residents, sits near the Wisconsin border, where people can show up on their boats for waterfront dining and admire the work of the circa-1931 lift bridge, one of the few still in operation.—
Caroline Eubanks,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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Such fallen pieces of history have enticed explorers and enthusiasts, some of whom have ventured into the depths to view them themselves — including Cameron.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Wave action on the water’s surface can break oil into smaller droplets that sink into the ocean depths.—
Asuka Koda,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2026
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On this part of the map, a string of Trail of Tears museums, historic markers, burial grounds and broken stone foundations connect − all preserved so America doesn't forget the atrocities that happened along these routes.—
Keith Sharon,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2026
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The Associated Press’ climate and environmental coverage receives financial support from multiple private foundations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The beds are big and comfortable, with soft leather headboards, hypoallergenic quilts, and an extensive pillow menu.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Plant throughout garden beds or as a border.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Bottoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bottoms. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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