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Ground
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Simple meaning
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.
Example sentences
Ground in a sentence
easy
The ball rolled across the ground.
medium
The teacher helped ground the lesson in real examples.
hard
Electric wires may be grounded to help keep people safe.
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.
Word family
Ground word family
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Practice 1
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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