Fundamentals Definition & Meaning

fundamentals
noun
  1. principles from which other truths can be derived; "first you must learn the fundamentals"; "let's get down to basics"

"Fundamentals" in song lyrics

See how fundamentals is used in real songs:

  • "Because these are fundamentals"
    Aceyalone — The Walls and the Windows
  • "Turn, learn the fundamentals"
    Def Jef — God Made Me Funky
  • "funky wit the lower eastside fundamentals"
    Delinquent Habits — Lower Eastside

Usage tips for "fundamentals"

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