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basal

adjective

especially of leaves; located at the base of a plant or stem; especially arising directly from the root or rootstock or a root-like stem; "basal placentation"; "radical leaves"
Synonyms: radical Antonyms: cauline
serving as or forming a base; "the painter applied a base coat followed by two finishing coats"
Synonyms: base Similar: basic
of primary importance; "basic truths"
Synonyms: basic, primary Similar: essential