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groundwork
noun ground·work \ˈgrau̇nd-ˌwərk\
: something that is done at an early stage and that makes later work or progress possible
Full Definition of GROUNDWORK
: foundation, basis <laid the groundwork for a new program>; also : preparation made beforehand <the groundwork was done before the winter tour — Susan Reiter>
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First Known Use of GROUNDWORK
15th century
Related to GROUNDWORK
- Synonyms
- basis, bedrock, bottom, cornerstone, footing, foundation, ground, base, keystone, root, underpinning, warp, warp and woof
Rhymes with GROUNDWORK
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GROUNDWORK Defined for Kids
groundwork
noun ground·work \ˈgrau̇nd-ˌwərk\
Definition of GROUNDWORK for Kids
: something upon which further work or progress is based
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