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Dictionary
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Def: 1. the surface of the earth
Example: 1. The rescue helicopter did not have enough power to get off the ground.
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Def: 2. the bottom of the sea
Example: 2. The ferry ran aground a few yards from the shore and started to lean to one side.
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Def: 3. the upper layer of earth in which plants grow
Example: 3. There were difficulties in the rescue operation because of the stony ground.
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| Usage note |
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| Word family |
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grounding
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groundless
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groundlessly
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ground floor
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ground ice
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ground crew
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ground plan
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ground sea
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ground rule
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background
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campground
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dumping ground
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ground water
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| dic_connotations |
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