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groundwork

noun ground·work \ˈgrand-ˌwərk\

: something that is done at an early stage and that makes later work or progress possible

Full Definition of GROUNDWORK

:  foundation, basis <laid the groundwork for a new program>; also :  preparation made beforehand <the groundwork was done before the winter tour — Susan Reiter>
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First Known Use of GROUNDWORK

15th century
GROUNDWORK Defined for Kids

groundwork

noun ground·work \ˈgrand-ˌwərk\

Definition of GROUNDWORK for Kids

:  something upon which further work or progress is based

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