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The ball rolled across the ground.
What does Ground mean?
Ground is the earth's surface or a base for something.
Dictionary definition
The solid surface of the earth; also to keep something down, connect it safely, or teach basics.
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Ground in a sentence
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The teacher helped ground the lesson in real examples.
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Electric wires may be grounded to help keep people safe.
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What does ground mean?
ground means ground is the earth's surface or a base for something.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses ground correctly?
The correct sentence shows the real meaning of ground.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to ground?
earth is closest because it connects to the meaning of ground.
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WordGround.
Partnoun, verb, adjective.
MeaningGround is the earth's surface or a base for something.
ExampleExample: The ball rolled across the ground.
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Synonyms
Words like Ground
earthThe land or soil surface.
baseA starting point or support.
foundationSomething that supports or explains another thing.
Antonyms
Opposite words
skyThe space above the earth.
airThe space above the ground.
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Hint for students
Ground is the earth's surface or a base for something.
Common mix-up
Ground is not the same as sky. Ground means ground is the earth's surface or a base for something.
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Read this model sentence: The teacher helped ground the lesson in real examples. Clue words: teacher, helped, lesson. Underline clue words that show why ground fits instead of sky. Now write one new sentence that shows ground without using the word ground. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show ground?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The teacher helped ground the lesson in real examples." Why does ground fit better than sky?
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