groundworks

noun

plural of groundwork
as in foundations
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests they had collectively laid the groundwork for a new kind of art

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Recent Examples of groundworks Tilbury Douglas has tested the bot across various project stages but plans to deploy it even earlier, starting with foundations and groundworks. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for groundworks
  1. foundations
  2. cornerstones
  3. bases
Noun
  • At the center of the initiative is the ROBOTIS Open Humanoid, an open-source platform designed to provide access to the hardware and software foundations needed to develop new humanoid capabilities.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Its non-towable structure means that it is transported to the site by truck and can then be installed on permanent concrete foundations or screw piles.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of foundations
Noun
  • One of the cornerstones of the Boise State football program is finding underrated talent from across the Gem State and turning those players into starters and even all-conference performers.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 29 Aug. 2026
  • In the months that followed, the Mets bid farewell to franchise cornerstones Pete Alonso, Brandon Nimmo, Jeff McNeil and — despite trying to retain him — closer Edwin Diaz.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of cornerstones
Noun
  • Athletics The Athletics are led by DH Brent Rooker, who hit 39 homers and stole 11 bases last year, and right fielder Lawrence Butler, an emerging star who added 22 homers and 18 steals.
    — Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Washington Nationals The Nationals should take the next step forward as their young nucleus, led by shortstop CJ Abrams, who hit 20 homers and stole 31 bases last year, continues to develop and improve.
    — Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
Definition of bases

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“Groundworks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groundworks. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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