Groundwork Definition

groundwork
noun
  1. the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained; "the whole argument rested on a basis of conjecture"
  2. lowest support of a structure; "it was built on a base of solid rock"; "he stood at the foot of the tower"
  3. preliminary preparation as a basis or foundation; "we are prepared today because of groundwork that was done ten years ago"

"Groundwork" in song lyrics

See how groundwork is used in real songs:

  • "kants duty to others in groundwork"
    AOL — AOL

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