1. baseplate - Noun
2. baseplate - Verb
A solid piece of material that has enough strength and sturdiness to serve as the surface to which other things are attached to be supported.
(rail transport) Synonym of tie plate
(transitive) To fit with a baseplate.
(transitive, US, logistics) To provide (the vehicles within a fleet) with license plates registered as a batch in a particular state.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgA few SPs are designed so that the recoil forces of the gun are transferred directly onto the ground through a baseplate. Source: Internet
After that war, most mortars settled on the Stokes pattern, characterized by a short barrel, smooth bore, low muzzle velocity, elevation angle of firing generally greater than 45°, and a very simple and light mounting using a "baseplate" on the ground. Source: Internet
After pointing the DOT arrow on the baseplate at the target, the compass is oriented so that the needle is superimposed over the orienting arrow in the capsule. Source: Internet
Many modern compasses incorporate a baseplate and protractor tool, and are referred to variously as " orienteering ", "baseplate", "map compass" or "protractor" designs. Source: Internet
When firing, the weapon is lowered onto its baseplate rather than being anchored to the ground, allowing for rapid emplacement. Source: Internet
A regular baseplate and a compact foot baseplate are also included. Source: Internet