ground
//ɡraʊnd//
Noun
The solid surface of the earth.
The ball fell to the ground.
An area of land used for a particular purpose.
The school has a large sports ground.
A reason or justification for something.
There are no grounds for complaint.
The small particles of coffee beans remaining after brewing.
Don't throw the coffee grounds in the sink.
Verb
To prohibit or prevent someone, especially a pilot or aircraft, from flying.
The airline grounded all flights due to the storm.
To punish a child by restricting them to their home.
My parents grounded me for a week because I came home late.
To base or establish something on a foundation or reason.
Her argument is grounded in scientific research.
To connect an electrical device to the earth for safety.
Make sure to ground the appliance before using it.
Adjective
Reduced to fine particles by crushing or milling.
I added ground pepper to the soup.