different between underpinning vs groundwork

underpinning

English

Verb

underpinning

  1. present participle of underpin

Noun

underpinning (plural underpinnings)

  1. A support or foundation, especially as a structure of masonry that supports a wall.
  2. (figuratively) A basis for something.
  3. (figuratively, humorous) The lower body or legs.

Translations

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  • what is underpinning on a pontoon boat


groundwork

English

Etymology

ground +? work

Noun

groundwork (countable and uncountable, plural groundworks)

  1. The foundation; the basic or fundamental parts that support or allow for the rest.

Translations

See also

  • legwork
  • spadework

groundwork From the web:

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  • what is groundwork in construction
  • what is groundworks and civil engineering
  • what are groundwork jobs
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