grounds >> ɡraʊnd
Definition: [noun] the solid surface of the earth.
Example: he lay on the ground
Definition: [noun] an area of land or sea used for a specified purpose.
Example: shore dumping can pollute fishing grounds
Definition: [noun] an area of knowledge or subject of discussion or thought.
Example: third-year courses cover less ground and go into more depth
Definition: [noun] factors forming a basis for action or the justification for a belief.
Example: there are some grounds for optimism
Definition: [noun] a prepared surface to which paint is applied.
Definition: [noun] solid particles, especially of coffee, which form a residue; sediment.
Example: machines which presoak the coffee grounds produce a superior cup of coffee
Definition: [noun] electrical connection to the earth.
Definition: [noun] short for ground bass.
Definition: [verb] prohibit or prevent (a pilot or an aircraft) from flying.
Example: a bitter wind blew from the north-east and the bombers were grounded
Definition: [verb] (with reference to a ship) run or go aground.
Example: rather than be blown up, Muller grounded his ship on a coral reef
Definition: [verb] give (something abstract) a firm theoretical or practical basis.
Example: the study of history must be grounded in a thorough knowledge of the past
Definition: [verb] place (something) on the ground or touch the ground with (something).
Example: he was penalized two strokes for grounding his club in a bunker
Definition: [verb] connect (an electrical device) with the ground.
Definition: [verb] (of a batter) hit a pitched ball so that it bounces on the ground.
Example: he grounded to second