the see-through plate of a compass, onto which the compass housing is mounted.
<cell biology> A hypothetical cell adhesion molecule possibly involved in sponge cell adhesion, existence unproven. ... (18 Nov 1997) ... 
A hypothetical cell adhesion molecule possibly involved in sponge cell adhesion, existence unproven.
Type: Term Pronunciation: bās′plāt Definitions: 1. A temporary form representing the base of a denture; used for making record of maxillomandibular (jaw) relationships and the arrangement of teeth. Synonyms: record base, temporary base, trial base
The bottom portion of a ski or snowboard binding. Of vital importance as this is the portion of binding in direct contact with ski/snowboard and therefore transfers all movement. Typically made with high-end plastics for both flexibility and strength.
The bottom portion of a binding that attaches to a ski or snowboard. Also called binding plate.
The surface to which the feet of a machine are attached. 
The bottom, flat part of the binding which includes the heel cup and fixes to the board via three or four holes. Burton also makes a a channel mounting system where the baseplate attaches with two screws on either side of the binding.