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1. groundwork

noun. ['ˈgraʊnˌdwɝːk'] the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained.

Etymology

  • groundwork (English)
  • ground (English)
  • grund (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • work (English)
  • weorc (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

2. groundwork

noun. ['ˈgraʊnˌdwɝːk'] lowest support of a structure.

Etymology

  • groundwork (English)
  • ground (English)
  • grund (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • work (English)
  • weorc (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

3. groundwork

noun. ['ˈgraʊnˌdwɝːk'] preliminary preparation as a basis or foundation.

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Etymology

  • groundwork (English)
  • ground (English)
  • grund (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • work (English)
  • weorc (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
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