basic principle

/ˌbeɪsɪk ˌprɪnsəpəl/

Other forms: basic principles

Definitions of basic principle

1. noun

   principles from which other truths can be derived
   synonyms: basics, bedrock, fundamental principle, fundamentals

   types:

   ABC, ABC's, ABCs, alphabet, first principle, first rudiment, rudiment

   the elementary stages of any subject (usually plural)

   type of:

   principle

   a basic truth or law or assumption