groundbreaking
noun
- traditional ceremony in many cultures that celebrates the first day of construction for a building or other project
adjective
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Pronunciation: /ˈɡɹaʊndˌbɹeɪkɪŋ/ / /ˈɡɹæɔndˌbɹæɪkɪŋ/ / /ˈɡɹæʊndˌbɹæɪkəŋ/
adj
Etymology: From ground + breaking, in reference to the practice of breaking ground at the beginning of a new building or construction.
- Innovative; new, different; doing something that has never been done before.
“The latest model includes several groundbreaking features and improvements.”
noun
Etymology: From ground + breaking, in reference to the practice of breaking ground at the beginning of a new building or construction.
- The point at which construction begins, by digging into the ground.
- A ceremony to mark the beginning of construction.