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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
As for other layering pieces, Sher-Chambers recommends a wool coat to brave the cold and a classic black blazer to pair with just about any bottoms in your closet.
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Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
The collection features triangle and balconette tops, high-leg bottoms and side-tie bottoms.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025
In one of the photos, Alba turned from behind, showing off her cheeky bikini bottoms and sandy backside.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Practical issues may also be in play, such as when teens have to wear white bottoms, which are common in sports like field hockey, lacrosse, and cheerleading.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 20 Oct. 2025
The half-zip pullover has an extra-wide foldover collar, just like the beloved original ($128), and the bottoms have the same relaxed fit as Spanx’s wide-leg pants ($118).
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2025
Bake until edges are firm and bottoms are lightly browned, 7 to 9 minutes.
—Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025
The design of the piece included wide legs, echoing the staple bell bottoms Wilson has worn in the past.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
The quarter-zip top has an oversized, relaxed fit and the bottoms are made with a drawstring waistband and also feature side pockets to keep your hands toasty.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2024
Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
The collection features triangle and balconette tops, high-leg bottoms and side-tie bottoms.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025
In one of the photos, Alba turned from behind, showing off her cheeky bikini bottoms and sandy backside.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Practical issues may also be in play, such as when teens have to wear white bottoms, which are common in sports like field hockey, lacrosse, and cheerleading.
—Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 20 Oct. 2025
The half-zip pullover has an extra-wide foldover collar, just like the beloved original ($128), and the bottoms have the same relaxed fit as Spanx’s wide-leg pants ($118).
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2025
Bake until edges are firm and bottoms are lightly browned, 7 to 9 minutes.
—Jessica Saari Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025
The design of the piece included wide legs, echoing the staple bell bottoms Wilson has worn in the past.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
The quarter-zip top has an oversized, relaxed fit and the bottoms are made with a drawstring waistband and also feature side pockets to keep your hands toasty.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bottoms
Noun
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Make sure to cover every surface of the plant, especially on the undersides of leaves and in crevices between stems.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
27 Oct. 2025
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The photo below also shows the undersides of the top radiator mount and adjustable graphics card retainer, with one of the retainer’s fingers extended.—
Thomas Soderstrom,
PC Magazine,
21 Sep. 2025
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Steamers can also be used on floors and windows.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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The Evening Tasks After dinner, closing the house for the night would include making sure the kitchen was entirely tidy (including floors) and everything was put away.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
2 Nov. 2025
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Matty Ianniello’s office was in Midtown Manhattan in the 50s off Sixth Avenue, on a block full of the highest rents per square foot in the world.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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Mount Baker in particular could potentially get up to 24 inches, and the highest elevations within the Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit counties could even see nearly 3 feet of snow.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Estrogen gave her smooth cheeks and wider hips but left her voice untouched.—
James Marcus,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Briana was kicking up her feet and watching Jayden mug for the camera, chubby cheeks raised high in a smile.—
Jayme Fraser,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
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His administration has recently conducted a series of strikes on boats in the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean that officials said were carrying drugs.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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Baseball and boats were Fred’s passions, but Smith readily followed his lead.—
Amy Weiss-Meyer,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Nutrient-rich agricultural runoff and sewage cause huge algal blooms, and when these algae die and sink, bacteria bloom in turn, consuming so much oxygen that few other organisms survive at lower depths.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
31 Oct. 2025
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But as Maud's God begins to talk back, and her desperate pleas for divine intervention send her into fits of orgasmic fervor and desperate carnality, Glass hints at the depths of mania powering the nurse's dedication.—
Dennis Perkins,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Oct. 2025
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Both coalitions align African foundations and businesses to coordinate investments, champion learning as an economic priority, and strengthen delivery through their influence and capabilities.—
Obiageli Ezekwesili,
semafor.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Jasmine Crowe-Houston is the founder of Goodr, an organization that regularly combats food waste by collaborating with businesses, foundations, governments, and sports teams to provide high-quality food to local communities.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
31 Oct. 2025
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Add texture to beds, couches, and chairs with a plush faux rabbit fur throw blanket, incorporate a pop of color with a throw pillow, and dress up your walls with practical floating shelves or sconces.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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My eyes fixed on the art above their beds.—
Natalia Paradies,
Rolling Stone,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Bottoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bottoms. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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