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Definition of basel

basel

/ˈbɑː.zəl/
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basel Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major cultural and industrial city in northwestern Switzerland, located on the Rhine River near the borders of France and Germany, renowned for its pharmaceutical industry, art exhibitions, and international banking institutions.

Example

"Every year, collectors from around the world gather in Basel for one of the most prestigious international contemporary art fairs."

Word Nuance & Usage

Frequently appears in global financial contexts in reference to the Basel Accords, a set of international banking regulatory frameworks.

• Rhymes for basel

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derives from the Roman fortification 'Basilia' built in the 4th century AD, likely rooted in the Greek word 'basileus' meaning 'king'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Basel. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/basel
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