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Grounds
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GROWNDZ
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Simple meaning
What does Grounds mean?
Grounds can mean land, reasons, or coffee particles.
Dictionary definition
Land around a building; reasons for something; or small particles left after making coffee.
Example sentences
Grounds in a sentence
easy
The school grounds had trees and a small garden.
medium
The judge asked for clear grounds before making a decision.
hard
Used coffee grounds can be added to compost.
Synonyms
Words like Grounds
landAn area of ground.
reasonsFacts or ideas that explain something.
particlesTiny pieces of material.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Grounds word family
Base word
ground
noun
grounds
Land, reasons, or small particles.
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Practice 1
What does grounds mean?
grounds means grounds can mean land, reasons, or coffee particles.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses grounds correctly?
The correct sentence shows the real meaning of grounds.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to grounds?
land is closest because it connects to the meaning of grounds.
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