What does GROUNDBREAKING mean?

Definitions for GROUNDBREAKING
ˈgraʊndˌbreɪ kɪŋground·break·ing

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. groundbreaking, groundbreaking ceremonyadjective

    the ceremonial breaking of the ground to formally begin a construction project

  2. innovative, innovational, groundbreakingadjective

    being or producing something like nothing done or experienced or created before

    "stylistically innovative works"; "innovative members of the artistic community"; "a mind so innovational, so original"

Wiktionary

  1. groundbreakingnoun

    A ceremony to mark the beginning of construction.

  2. groundbreakingnoun

    The point at which construction begins.

  3. groundbreakingadjective

    Innovative; new, different; doing something that has never been done before.

    The latest model includes several groundbreaking features and improvements.

  4. Etymology: From ground + break + -ing, reminiscent of the practice of breaking ground at the beginning of a new building or construction.

Wikipedia

  1. Groundbreaking

    Groundbreaking, also known as cutting, sod-cutting, turning the first sod, or a sod-turning ceremony, is a traditional ceremony in many cultures that celebrates the first day of construction for a building or other project. Such ceremonies are often attended by dignitaries such as politicians and businesspeople. The actual shovel used during the groundbreaking is often a special ceremonial shovel, sometimes colored gold, meant to be saved for subsequent display and may be engraved. In other groundbreaking ceremonies, a bulldozer is used instead of a shovel to mark the first day of construction. In some groundbreaking ceremonies, the shovel and the bulldozer mark the first day of construction.

ChatGPT

  1. groundbreaking

    Groundbreaking refers to introducing new ideas, methods, or significant advancements in a particular field or region. This term often implies a departure from existing methods or beliefs and sets a new precedent. The term can also be used literally to refer to the act of breaking the ground to start construction on a new building or project.

Wikidata

  1. Groundbreaking

    Groundbreaking, also known as cutting, sod-cutting, turning the first sod or a sod-turning ceremony, is a traditional ceremony in many cultures that celebrates the first day of construction for a building or other project. Such ceremonies are often attended by dignitaries such as politicians and businessmen. The actual shovel or spade used during the actual groundbreaking is often a special ceremonial shovel meant to be saved for subsequent display. Commemorative information may be subsequently engraved on the shovel. Ceremonial groundbreakings often precede the actual start of construction by many months. In some places, clergy may also provide blessings, particularly if the building is being constructed by a church or religious-affiliated organization.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of GROUNDBREAKING in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of GROUNDBREAKING in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Examples of GROUNDBREAKING in a Sentence

  1. John Schoettler:

    We’ve decided to shift the groundbreaking of PenPlace (the second phase of HQ2) out a bit, our second headquarters has always been a multi-year project, and we remain committed to Arlington, Virginia, and the greater Capital Region.

  2. Nour Fraij:

    It's very normal to see a heterosexual dating show. It's been around since dating shows started, the fact that this is the first sexually fluid season in the Nour Fraij, it's groundbreaking.

  3. Douglas Wilson:

    I don’t know they have all the evidence they need to make the best decision, it’s also not clear whether their audience will perceive TLC as groundbreaking for continuing to tell the story, or foolhardy for maintaining the Duggars. In other words, can TLC keep the Duggars on the air without appearing to be part of the problem ?

  4. Senator Robert Casey of Pennsylvania:

    Reuters' groundbreaking report on the condition of children born with opioid dependencies should be a call to action for all members of Congress.

  5. Pramila Jayapal:

    I think it was groundbreaking.

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