grounding

[ groun-ding ]

noun

1. knowledge of or instruction in the basic principles of a subject:

   You'll need a thorough grounding in linguistics to understand the lecture.

2. Aeronautics. the act of restricting an aircraft to the ground because of bad weather, the unsatisfactory condition of the aircraft, etc.:

   The grounding of the aircraft due to fog meant the passengers were stranded.

adjective

1. giving or relating to a feeling of being mentally or emotionally balanced due to a peaceful, practical, or realistic outlook:

   Her down-to-earth point of view made her a grounding presence in their lives.

2. Electricity. being or relating to a conducting connection between an electric circuit or equipment and the earth or some other conducting body:

   Check that all grounding wires are intact before beginning further repairs.

grounding

/ ˈɡraʊndɪŋ /

noun

1. a basic knowledge of or training in a subject

Word History and Origins

Origin of grounding¹

First recorded in 1640–50; ground ¹( def ) + -ing ¹( def )

Example Sentences

By grounding her activism in history, she was ensuring that past injustices would not be repeated.

From Los Angeles Times

Besides grounding planes to minimise noise disturbances during the 20-minute English listening test, authorities have also asked bus and taxi drivers to refrain from honking while the tests are taking place.

From BBC

But for Saldaña and Gomez, the film was more grounding than you might expect — a chance for them to reconnect with their roots.

From Los Angeles Times

“Vata season is about slowing down and grounding ourselves so that we are not depleted once summer rolls around again.”

From Los Angeles Times

"Being around them is so grounding - all the textures and colours - it takes you out of your head."

From BBC

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