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power base

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noun

a source of authority or influence, especially in politics, founded on support by an organized body of voters, ethnic minority, economic class, etc.: His election as governor gives him a power base for seeking the presidency.

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RELATED WORDS

backing, constituency, niche, support, territory, turf, vantage

Nearby words

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  5. power assist,
  6. power behind the throne,
  7. power brake,
  8. power brand,
  9. power broker,
  10. power cable

Origin of power base

First recorded in 1965–70
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