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ground vs connect

connect vs ground

ground is a noun but connect is not a noun.

ground and connect both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ground Yes No Yes No
connect No No Yes No
As verbs, connect is a hypernym of ground; that is, connect is a word with a broader meaning than ground:
  • ground: connect to a ground
  • connect: connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces
Other hypernyms of ground include link, link up, tie.
ground (noun) connect (noun)
the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface
(art) the surface (as a wall or canvas) prepared to take the paint for a painting
a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage)
the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground
a relatively homogeneous percept extending back of the figure on which attention is focused
a position to be won or defended in battle (or as if in battle)
a rational motive for a belief or action
the solid part of the earth's surface
material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use)
a relation that provides the foundation for something
the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface
ground (verb) connect (verb)
use as a basis for; found on make a logical or causal connection
instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject join for the purpose of communication
place or put on the ground join by means of communication equipment
confine or restrict to the ground connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces
connect to a ground land on or hit solidly
cover with a primer; apply a primer to plug into an outlet
fix firmly and stably hit or play a ball successfully
(baseball) a hit that travels along the playing field. establish communication with someone
throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage establish a rapport or relationship
hit or reach the ground be or become joined or united or linked
bring to the ground be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation
Difference between ground and connect

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