GROUND
Definition and meaning
- noun the solid surface of the earth; firm or dry land: He fell to the ground with a loud thud.
- earth or soil: The stony ground is bad for growing wheat.
Notes
- The entry provides two senses of ground: the physical surface and the material that composes it.
- Example sentences illustrate each sense: a person literally reaching the ground, and soil suitability for agriculture.
Author summary
Ground refers to the earth’s solid surface or soil; it can describe physical contact with the earth or the material used for cultivation.
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Dictionary.com — 2025-12-05