Groundwork

Word Type

Noun

The word "groundwork" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

lay the groundwork

Derived From

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

assumption preparation readying support supposal supposition

Type Of (IsA)

Related Terms

formwork legwork spadework

Related Terms

basic foundation fundamental legwork spadework

Synonym Network

basis foundation

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