aground
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B2
/əˈɡraʊnd/
stranded on ground
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aground' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'on ground', where 'on' meant 'on' and 'ground' meant 'earth or land'.
Historical Evolution
'on ground' transformed into the modern English word 'aground'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'on the ground', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'stranded on the ground or bottom of a body of water'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resting on or touching the ground or bottom of a body of water.
The ship ran aground during the storm.
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Last updated: 2025/06/04 14:06