(1):

(n.) In interior decoration, the lower part of the wall of an apartment when adorned with moldings, or otherwise specially decorated.

(2):

(n.) In any wall, that part of the basement included between the base and the base course. See Base course, under Base.

(3):

(n.) That part of a pedestal included between the base and the cornice (or surbase); the die. See Illust. of Column.