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Ground Rule

Description:

A ground rule refers to a basic principle or guideline that is universally accepted or established within a specific context. It sets the foundation for how things are conducted or should be understood.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1: A basic principle or guideline

Sense 2: A principle or guideline established for a specific context such as a game or a meeting

Usages:

1. Popular Usage: In everyday conversations, ground rules are often used to establish the basic expectations or boundaries in a given situation.
2. Local Usage: In a business environment, ground rules are set before a meeting to ensure everyone follows a certain code of conduct during discussions.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

1. One ground rule of effective communication is active listening.
2. The ground rule for teamwork is to treat everyone with respect.

Sense 2:

1. Before playing the game, the referee explained the ground rules to the players.
2. In order to have a productive meeting, let's establish a few ground rules.

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