Japanese

きち
Meaning: base; headquarters
Part of Speech: Noun

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基
地

Example sentences

Spending the winter at an Antarctic base is a difficult task.
スパイが敵の基地に潜入した。
The spy infiltrated the enemy base.
ロケットが基地から発進した。
The rocket launched from the base.
空軍は敵の基地を爆撃した。
The air force bombed the enemy base.
同盟軍は、敵の基地を攻撃する準備を整えた。
The allied forces prepared to attack the enemy's base.

Usage Notes

Refers to a place that serves as a starting point or center for military, scientific, or exploration activities.

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