Groundwork

Pronunciation: /ˈɡraʊndˌwɜrk/

Definitions of groundwork

noun the foundation or basis on which something is built or developed

Example Sentences

A1 The teacher laid the groundwork for the lesson by reviewing basic vocabulary.

A2 The groundwork for the project was completed with thorough research and planning.

B1 The groundwork for a successful business includes market research and financial planning.

B2 The team spent months laying the groundwork for the new product launch.

C1 The groundwork for the peace negotiations was carefully laid out over several months.

C2 Her years of experience in the industry laid the groundwork for her successful career as a consultant.

Examples of groundwork in a Sentence

formal The researchers laid the groundwork for their study by conducting a thorough literature review.

informal Before we start the project, we need to do some groundwork to make sure we're prepared.

slang Let's get the groundwork done before we dive into this.

figurative Building a strong relationship requires laying the groundwork of trust and communication.

Grammatical Forms of groundwork

• past tense: laid
• plural: groundworks
• comparative: more groundwork
• superlative: most groundwork
• present tense: lay
• future tense: will lay
• perfect tense: have laid
• continuous tense: is laying
• singular: groundwork
• positive degree: groundwork
• infinitive: to lay
• gerund: laying
• participle: laid

Origin and Evolution of groundwork

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'groundwork' originated from the Old English word 'grundweorc', which meant 'foundation work' or 'base work'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'groundwork' evolved to refer to the preliminary work or foundation upon which something is built or developed. It is commonly used in a figurative sense to denote the essential basis or preparation for something.