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grounding

/ˈɡraʊndɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does grounding mean?

noun, verb

The act of connecting something to the earth to prevent damage from electrical shock, or the state of being connected to the earth. A person's emotional stability and sense of reality.

Example

"The electrician made sure to provide proper grounding for the new circuit to prevent any accidents."

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