base level

Questions

What does base level mean?

The lower limit for the vertical position of an erosion process.

Where does base level come from?

Introduced by John Wesley Powell in 1875.

How to pronounce base level

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “base level”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “base level”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “base level” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.