What does grounds mean?
Grounds means plural of ground.
Grounds
/ɡɹaʊndz/ · noun
Meaning
plural of ground.
Definitions by Sense
- plural of ground
- third-person singular simple present indicative of ground
- (law) Basis or justification for something.
- The collective land areas that compose a larger area.
- The sediment at the bottom of a liquid, or from which a liquid has been filtered.
Example Sentences
grounds for divorce
There was, however, one proposal which, had it reached fruition, might have had far-reaching effects. This was for the amalgamation of the Caledonian, the Edinburgh & Glasgow, and the Scottish Central Railways, for which a Bill was promoted, but rejected by the Parliamentary Committee on the grounds that the preamble was not proved.
the castle grounds
House Prees and Bloods […] were everywhere to be seen in earnest colloquy. For the matter was, that there was some sort of night-prowler about the school grounds.
coffee grounds
Synonyms for grounds
Antonyms for grounds
Related Words
Word Forms
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Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for grounds?
Common synonyms include cause, evidence, yard, dregs.
What is the opposite of grounds?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use grounds in a sentence?
grounds for divorce
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