ground (EN)

noun, verb, adjective

noun “ground”

1. the part of the Earth that you walk on, not including water, sky, or areas below the surface
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   The children played happily on the ground, making castles out of sand.
2. a piece of land that is open and clear
   The children played soccer on the grassy ground behind the school.
3. an area or topic someone is talking about or exploring
   In her book, the author explores new ground in the field of psychology.
4. soil
   The seeds were planted in the ground to grow flowers.
5. the specific area controled by an army during a battle
   The soldiers refused to give ground, holding their position despite the enemy's fierce attacks.
6. a position of advantage in a competition or argument
   In the debate, she quickly gained ground by presenting strong evidence.
7. (in combination) a specific area designed for a certain type of activity
   The park is a popular picnic ground for families on weekends.
8. the background area in a piece of art where the main images are placed
   The artist painted blue birds on a golden ground.
9. a place where football (soccer) games are played
   The fans cheered loudly as they entered the ground for the big match.
10. (US) connection to the earth in electrical systems
    The green wire in the circuit is the ground, ensuring any stray electricity safely goes into the earth.

verb “ground”

1. to restrict someone, usually a young person, to their home as a punishment
   After breaking curfew, Sarah was grounded for a week and couldn't go to the party.
2. to connect an electrical system or device to the Earth to ensure safety
   The electrician grounded the new outlet to prevent electrical shocks.
3. to teach someone the basic or essential parts of a subject
   The students were well grounded in the basics of science before moving on to more advanced topics.
4. to officially prevent an aircraft or pilot from flying
   The airline grounded the plane due to mechanical issues.
5. when a boat hits the bottom in shallow water and cannot move
   The sailboat grounded on the sandbar during low tide.

adjective “ground”

1. made into tiny pieces
   She sprinkled ground coffee beans into the filter.
2. made smooth or shaped by grinding
   The window was made of ground glass, making it look frosted and blurry.