baselines

/ˈbeɪsˌlaɪnz/

IPA: /B EY1 S L AY0 N Z/

noun

1
A line that is a base for measurement or for construction.
“A laser level generates a convenient baseline for interior work.”
2
A datum used as the basis for calculation or for comparison.
“We used the last doctor visit to provide baselines for vital statistics.”
3
A line used as the basis for the alignment of glyphs.
“Several characters typically have descenders below the lower baseline.”
4
The line at the farthest ends of the court indicating the boundary of the area of play.
“The umpire missed the call. The ball hit the baseline.”
5
A configuration of software, hardware, or a process that is established and documented as a point of reference.
“The baseline configuration includes unsupported components.”

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