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The word ground is a noun. Ground means (1) the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface, (2) (art) the surface (as a wall or canvas) prepared to take the paint for a painting, (3) a connection between an electrical device and the earth (which is a zero voltage), (4) a relatively homogeneous percept extending back of the figure on which attention is focused, (5) the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground, (6) a position to be won or defended in battle (or as if in battle), (7) a rational motive for a belief or action, (8) the solid part of the earth's surface, (9) material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use), (10) a relation that provides the foundation for something, (11) the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface.
Ground is also a verb that means (1) use as a basis for; found on, (2) instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject, (3) connect to a ground, (4) fix firmly and stably, (5) cover with a primer; apply a primer to, (6) hit onto the ground, (7) hit a groundball, (8) throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage, (9) place or put on the ground, (10) confine or restrict to the ground, (11) hit or reach the ground, (12) bring to the ground.
Ground is also an adjective that means (1) broken or pounded into small fragments; used of e.g. ore or stone.
The following articles and web pages elaborate on the word ground.
- Aboveground Pools
To learn about aboveground pools, view this helpful website which gives information about types of liners, shapes of pools, cost, and much more.
https://www.AboveGroundPools.us/
- In-Ground Pools
Inground pools are swimming pools that are constructed below ground, with their top edges level with the surface of the ground.
https://www.InGroundPools.us/
- Gutters and Downspouts
Check out this gutters and downspouts manufacturer directory for information about gutter and downspout manufacturers and distributors in the USA. The photo on this page shows a downspout draining water onto the ground.
https://mfg.regionaldirectory.us/gutters-and-downspouts/
- Coffee Brewing
The way in which coffee is brewed can mean the difference between a delicious cup of coffee and one that's disappointing. The coffee that we drink is essentially a mixture of ground coffee beans and water.
https://www.coffeeshop.us/coffee-brewing.htm
- Garden Plants
Visitors can learn about garden annuals, perennials, ground covers, flower bulbs, and shrubs and visit links to online gardening shops.
https://www.GardenPlants.us/
- FedEx
FedEx began in 1913 as a customs broker in Niagara Falls, New York. Today FedEx is a worldwide network of companies providing customers and businesses with specialized services. The delivery branches are FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, and FedEx Freight for transporting mail and packages. The most recent addition to the FedEx companies is FedExKinko's, a copying and publishing service.
https://www.fedex.com/
- San Francisco International Airport
This is the website for the San Francisco International Airport. On it, users can find information about incoming and departing flights, airport maps, ground transportation, driving directions, security, parking, and more. There is also a Museum at the SFO which can be used for events as well as providing exhibits for visitors.
https://www.flysfo.com/
- SuperShuttle
Supershuttle is a shared-ride airport shuttle, providing door-to-door ground transportation to more than 8 million passengers per year. Users can make a reservation online for one-way or round trip from the airport in 19 major U.S. airports. Locations, reservations, and a description of how it works on the website.
https://www.supershuttle.com/
- Institute of Education Sciences
The IES' mission is to provide rigorous and relevant evidence on which to ground education practice and policy and share this information broadly. By identifying what works, what doesn't, and why, the Institute aims to improve educational outcomes for all students, particularly those at risk of failure. The IES is the research arm of the U.S. Department of Education.
https://ies.ed.gov/
The following articles provide recent ground-related news.
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