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grounding

grounding

4 4.0
A connection from an electric device to the earth to stop electric shocks
  • noun
  • /ˈɡraʊndɪŋ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : tierra
  • A common cause of electrical circuit malfunctions in homes is improper grounding.
  • electrical grounding
  • intentional grounding
  • grounding wire

Examples

  • To ensure safety, proper grounding of the electrical system is essential to prevent shocks.

  • Much new construction, because of changes in the electrical codes, requires a separate grounding rod for the electrical service located outside of the building.

    Academic text (2003)

  • I mean, the board itself certainly has grounding points on it all right.

  • Is this how grounding is supposed to work?

  • In some cases, this is required because the new plastic service lines being installed do not provide a grounding capability.

    Academic text (2003)

  • The electrician explained the importance of grounding the generator to avoid electrical hazards.

  • Improper grounding can lead to unexpected surges that damage sensitive equipment.

Synonyms

earthing
vsgrounding
  • UK
4.9

A connection that joins electrical devices to the ground to stop electric shocks

is the same process but uses earth wording rather than ground wording
groundedness
vsgrounding
  • Specialized
6.9

A connection to the earth that safely carries away electricity

refers to the action that connects equipment to earth to ensure safety

Antonyms

disconnection
9 4.2

Being separate from people, things, or contact, for example losing internet

How Grounded

groundedness
  • Specialized
6.9
grounding
  • Specialized
4 4.0
ungrounded
  • Specialized
6.8

Surface Forms

grounding singular
groundings plural

Morphology

grounding = ground (transparent) = ground + ing

A straightforward nominalization of the verb 'ground' to denote the act or process of connecting to earth.

Etymology

The word grounding comes from ground, which means 'earth' or 'base'. In electricity it means connecting a device to the 'earth' so extra electric energy can go away, and that is why grounding keeps people and equipment safe.