ground (Meaning)
ground (n)
the solid part of the earth's surface
a rational motive for a belief or action
the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface
a relation that provides the foundation for something
a position to be won or defended in battle (or as if in battle)
the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground
material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use)
a relatively homogeneous percept extending back of the figure on which attention is focused
a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage)
(art) the surface (as a wall or canvas) prepared to take the paint for a painting
the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface
ground (v)
fix firmly and stably
confine or restrict to the ground
place or put on the ground
instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject
bring to the ground
hit or reach the ground
throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage
hit a groundball
hit onto the ground
cover with a primer; apply a primer to
connect to a ground
use as a basis for; found on
ground (imp. & p. p.)
of Grind
ground (n.)
The surface of the earth; the outer crust of the globe, or some indefinite portion of it.
A floor or pavement supposed to rest upon the earth.
Any definite portion of the earth's surface; region; territory; country. Hence: A territory appropriated to, or resorted to, for a particular purpose; the field or place of action; as, a hunting or fishing ground; a play ground.
Land; estate; possession; field; esp. (pl.), the gardens, lawns, fields, etc., belonging to a homestead; as, the grounds of the estate are well kept.
The basis on which anything rests; foundation. Hence: The foundation of knowledge, belief, or conviction; a premise, reason, or datum; ultimate or first principle; cause of existence or occurrence; originating force or agency; as, the ground of my hope.
That surface upon which the figures of a composition are set, and which relieves them by its plainness, being either of one tint or of tints but slightly contrasted with one another; as, crimson Bowers on a white ground.
In sculpture, a flat surface upon which figures are raised in relief.
In point lace, the net of small meshes upon which the embroidered pattern is applied; as, Brussels ground. See Brussels lace, under Brussels.
A gummy composition spread over the surface of a metal to be etched, to prevent the acid from eating except where an opening is made by the needle.
One of the pieces of wood, flush with the plastering, to which moldings, etc., are attached; -- usually in the plural.
A composition in which the bass, consisting of a few bars of independent notes, is continually repeated to a varying melody.
The tune on which descants are raised; the plain song.
A conducting connection with the earth, whereby the earth is made part of an electrical circuit.
Sediment at the bottom of liquors or liquids; dregs; lees; feces; as, coffee grounds.
The pit of a theater.
ground (v. t.)
To lay, set, or run, on the ground.
To found; to fix or set, as on a foundation, reason, or principle; to furnish a ground for; to fix firmly.
To instruct in elements or first principles.
To connect with the ground so as to make the earth a part of an electrical circuit.
To cover with a ground, as a copper plate for etching (see Ground, n., 5); or as paper or other materials with a uniform tint as a preparation for ornament.
ground (v. i.)
To run aground; to strike the bottom and remain fixed; as, the ship grounded on the bar.
ground ()
imp. & p. p. of Grind.
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ground Sentence Examples
- The plane touched down gently on the concrete ground.
- The children played tag, laughing loudly as they ran around the open ground.
- The gardener dug into the soft ground, preparing the soil for new plants.
- The heavy rain turned the dirt path into a muddy ground.
- The farmer drove his tractor across the vast ground, preparing it for planting.
- The ground shook violently as the earthquake struck.
- The hikers followed the winding trail through the dense ground cover.
- The builders excavated the ground deep into the earth for the new foundation.
- The soldiers lay hidden on the ground, waiting for the enemy's approach.
- The morning dew glistened on the grass, reflecting the golden rays of the rising sun on the ground.
FAQs About the word ground
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The plane touched down gently on the concrete ground.
The children played tag, laughing loudly as they ran around the open ground.
The gardener dug into the soft ground, preparing the soil for new plants.
The heavy rain turned the dirt path into a muddy ground.
