1. basic knowledge or training in a subject; fundamental instruction
Usage: usually plural
2. instances of ships running aground or becoming stranded
Usage: nautical; plural of grounding

Examples

• She received solid groundings in mathematics and science.
• His groundings in classical literature served him well in college.
• The course provides good groundings in computer programming.
• Students need strong groundings in the basics before advancing.
• The harbor recorded several ship groundings during the storm.
• Maritime authorities investigated the recent groundings near the reef.