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ground rules Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: G R AW1 N D R UW0 L Z

What Does Ground Rules Mean?

Ground Rules is used as a noun meaning plural of ground rule.

Ground Rules Definition (Noun)

  1. plural of ground rule

Noun

  1. A rule regarding play on a specific field, course, or court.
  2. (usually in the plural) The basic rules or standards; whatever someone must know before proceeding.

    Make sure everybody knows the ground rules for the trip before they leave.

Synonyms of Ground Rules

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Antonyms of Ground Rules

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Ground Rules in a Sentence

Make sure everybody knows the ground rules for the trip before they leave.

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