substratum

[US]/ˈsʌbstrɑːtəm/
[UK]/ˈsʌbstreɪtəm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. lowermost layer, bottom layer

Example Sentences

there is a broad substratum of truth in it.

epipsammon Organisms living on the surface of a sandy substratum or on the surface of the sand particles.

3.the unswept remaining owing to development of non-proportionably each substratums in a series of strata.

This article tries to discuss the legal substratum,the nature, the relevant problems and the establishment of the legal system associated with such donations.

The ancient city was built on a substratum of limestone.

The substratum of the painting was carefully prepared before the artist started to work on it.

The substratum of society consists of various cultural beliefs and values.

The substratum of the language influences its vocabulary and grammar structure.

The substratum of the ocean floor is home to many unique marine species.

The substratum of the economy is made up of factors such as labor, capital, and resources.

The substratum of the forest ecosystem plays a crucial role in supporting biodiversity.

The substratum of history shapes the identity and culture of a nation.

The substratum of the building needed reinforcement to withstand earthquakes.

The substratum of the theory was based on extensive research and experimentation.

Real-world Examples

In this there was a substratum of truth.

Source: Lovers in the Tower (Part Two)

Firmly narrowing upward from this wealthy but inconspicuous substratum was the compact and dominant group which the Mingotts, Newlands, Chiverses and Mansons so actively represented.

Source: The Age of Innocence (Part One)

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