aground
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for aground, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Of a boat or ship, stuck on the bottom of shallow water or on the shore.
Antonyms
How to use aground
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
run aground
ran aground
Etymology
From Middle English agrounde, meaning "on ground" — formed from "a-" plus "ground."
Full origin of aground →Frequently asked questions
What does “aground” mean?
The word “aground” means of a boat or ship, stuck on the bottom of shallow water or on the shore. In plain terms, stuck on the ground or seabed, said of boats and ships.
How do you pronounce “aground”?
“Aground” is pronounced uh-GROWND (/əˈɡɹaʊnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “aground” in a sentence?
Here is “aground” used in a sentence: “The tanker ran aground on a sandbank during the storm.”
What part of speech is “aground”?
“Aground” is an adjective.
Where does the word “aground” come from?
The word “aground” comes from Middle English. From Middle English agrounde, meaning "on ground" — formed from "a-" plus "ground.".
