Answer: foundation

AnswerCrossword Clue
FOUNDATIONSomething to build on
foundationThe lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level
foundationA cream or powder used as a base to even out facial skin tone before applying other cosmetics
foundationAn underlying basis or principle for something
foundationthe act of founding
foundationA woman's supporting undergarment, such as a girdle
foundationAn institution established with an endowment, for example a college or a body devoted to financing research or charity
foundationA body or ground on which other parts rest or are overlaid
foundationJustification or reason
foundationThe action of establishing an institution or organization on a permanent basis, esp. with an endowment