Basic Details
Word: Ground
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb
Meaning: The solid surface of the earth; to cause someone to stop from flying or to stop something from functioning.
Synonyms: Soil, Earth, Terrain; Stop, Prevent
Antonyms: Sky, Air; Allow, Permit
Idioms and Phrases
- Hit the ground running: To begin an activity in a very energetic and enthusiastic way. Example: "On the first day of school, she hit the ground running, making new friends immediately."
- Pound the ground: To walk or run with great determination. Example: "He pounded the ground during his morning jog, eager to improve his time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children played soccer on the soft, green ground at the park.
Example 2: After a long flight, the plane finally touched the ground at the airport.
Example 3: The teacher grounded the students from going out for recess for talking too much.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "ground" is also used in electrical systems? It refers to a safety measure that helps prevent electrical shocks by providing a path for excess electricity to flow safely into the earth.
Famous Quote
"The great thing about the ground is it's always there when you need it." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "ground" mean as a noun?
a) A type of plant
b) The solid surface of the earth
c) A kind of bird
d) A type of water
Answer: b) The solid surface of the earth
2. Which of these is a synonym of "ground" when referring to earth?
a) Sky
b) Soil
c) Atmosphere
d) Sea
Answer: b) Soil
3. Which sentence uses "ground" correctly as a verb?
a) The child grounded for his misbehaviour was upset.
b) The rabbit was grounded by the farmer.
c) The car grounded itself on the road.
d) She grounded the coffee beans for her morning drink.
Answer: a) The child grounded for his misbehaviour was upset.
4. Which idiom means to start something with a lot of energy?
a) Pound the ground
b) Hit the ground running
c) Grounded for life
d) Under the ground
Answer: b) Hit the ground running
5. What is the opposite of "ground" when used to refer to the atmosphere?
a) Land
b) Air
c) Soil
d) Earth
Answer: b) Air
