Grounds Definition & Meaning

grounds
noun
  1. your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief; "the evidence that smoking causes lung cancer is very compelling"
  2. the enclosed land around a house or other building; "it was a small house with almost no yard"
  3. a tract of land cleared for some special purposes (recreation or burial etc.)
  4. a justification for something existing or happening; "he had no cause to complain"; "they had good reason to rejoice"
  5. dregs consisting of solid particles (especially of coffee) that form a residue; "it is a Middle Eastern custom to read your future in your coffee grounds"

"Grounds" in song lyrics

See how grounds is used in real songs:

  • "Surround sounds pounds the grounds"
    9th Prince f/ Islord — Height of the Recession
  • "Cause everywhere is my stompin grounds"
    Aceyalone — Mic Check
  • "Don't worry 'bout these streets I'm conrolling these grounds"
    Amil — Anyday

Usage tips for "grounds"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "grounds" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for grounds to find words that pair well.

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