Definitions

ground floor

NOUN

starting point

Synonyms

WEAK

beginnings first crack first stage head start preliminaries very beginning

Example Sentences

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A log had rolled from the fire and set the ground floor on fire.

From Literature

Another $1.1 million was set aside to build fences and secure the ground floors of the building.

From Los Angeles Times

“The idea of getting in on the ground floor, especially in a beautiful place like Green-Wood, is a little irresistible.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Used primarily as an office building, its ornate design, carvings and sculptures — including a ground floor fountain with frolicking bronze youths — hadn’t invited much public attention or appreciation.

From Los Angeles Times

“This’ll probably get Coal into the lab, but there’s still the problem of security on the ground floor,” Mari continued.

From Literature