base pay

American  

noun

1. pay received for a given work period, as an hour or week, but not including additional pay, as for overtime work.

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Etymology

Origin of base pay

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

Some agencies’ advertisements say surrogates can expect six figure-payouts—without disclosing that base pay is much lower, and that higher payments usually only take place in the event of major medical complications.

From The Wall Street Journal

A board-certified psychiatrist at Atascadero State Hospital — some of the highest paid state employees — can earn more than $397,000 in base pay.

From Los Angeles Times

The policy also introduces bonuses, which will be capped at 15% of base pay.

From Los Angeles Times

The union is pushing for base pay increases and the restoration of cut programs.

From Los Angeles Times

The contract raises average annual base pay to about $109,000 from $75,000 over its five-year term.

From The Wall Street Journal