base exchange

noun

U.S. Air Force.

1. a department store operated under government supervision at an air base. BX

Word History and Origins

Origin of base exchange¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

On Sept. 10, Liberty Station’s long-neglected naval base exchange, otherwise known as Building 178, will be reborn as the Cygnet’s new home.

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An imam certifies that meals served at four cafeterias are halal, but the lines to buy pizza at the base exchange often stretch outside.

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After driving through the Virginia Gate at Andrews, the man drove to the base exchange, where surveillance camera footage later showed he spent about an hour before returning to his car.

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He ordered it from the base exchange for a 10 percent discount.

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“The base exchange at Peterson Air Force Base is currently selling ‘Jesus’ candy,” the email stated.

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