grounding
n. C / U B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɡɹaʊndɪŋ// UK //ɡɹˈaʊndɪŋ// ground·ing
n. a basic training or education in a subject that gives you a strong start. It can also mean the act of stopping a ship or plane from moving.
n. the provision of basic training or instruction in a subject; also refers to the physical contact of a vessel or aircraft with the earth or seabed.
The course provides a solid grounding in basic math.
The captain faced an inquiry after the accidental grounding of the ship on a hidden sandbar during the storm.
A thorough grounding in classical theory is essential for any student wishing to understand the complexities of modern economic policy and its historical precedents.
Usage
Uncountable when referring to education or training; countable when referring to specific nautical or aviation incidents.