GROUNDWORK


Meaning of GROUNDWORK in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' grau ̇ nd- ˌ w ə rk

Function: noun

Date: 15th century

: FOUNDATION , BASIS <laid the groundwork for a new program> also : preparation made beforehand <the groundwork was done before the winter tour ― Susan Reiter>

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