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groundA reference voltage level of "zero potential" for electric and electronic circuits. For most equipment plugged into an AC outlet, the word ground generally refers to the earth, and the metal parts are grounded ("chassis ground") to the earth for safety. In the case of a short circuit, the current flows through the green wire and third prong in the power cord (U.S. and Canada), which causes the circuit breaker to trip. ground1 1. the land surface 2. Arts a. the prepared surface applied to the support of a painting, such as a wall, canvas, etc., to prevent it reacting with or absorbing the paint b. the support of a painting c. the background of a painting or main surface against which the other parts of a work of art appear superimposed 3. a. the first coat of paint applied to a surface b. (as modifier): ground colour 4. the bottom of a river or the sea 5. Cricket a. the area from the popping crease back past the stumps, in which a batsman may legally stand b. ground staff 6. See ground bass 7. a mesh or network supporting the main pattern of a piece of lace 8. Electrical US and Canadian a. a connection between an electrical circuit or device and the earth, which is at zero potential b. a terminal to which this connection is made 9. touch ground (of a ship) to strike the sea bed 10. (used in names of plants) low-growing and often trailing or spreading ground2 1. having the surface finished, thickness reduced, or an edge sharpened by grinding 2. reduced to fine particles by grinding How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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