what does base currency mean
DEFINITION of 'Base Currency'. The first currency quoted in a currency pair on forex. It is also typically considered the domestic currency or accounting currency.For accounting purposes, a firm may use the base currency to represent all profits and losses.It is sometimes referred to as the primary currency.he first currency quoted in a currency pair on forex. It is also typically considered the domestic currency or accounting currency. For accounting purposes, a firm may use the base currency to represent all profits and losses. It is sometimes referred to as the primary currency.