Meanings
How to pronounce "break ground":
AU
To begin digging in the earth at the start of a new construction, or, originally, for cultivation.
Example: "They broke ground on the new library last month."
To initiate a new venture, or to advance beyond previous achievements.
To lift off the sea bottom when being weighed.
To separate from the ground on takeoff; to become airborne.
Example Sentences
1
The construction crew is set to break ground on the new office building tomorrow.
2
The city announced plans to break ground on a new park in the downtown area.
3
The company plans to break ground on their new factory next month.
4
The developer was eager to break ground on the housing development to meet the growing demand.
5
The mayor attended the ceremony to officially break ground on the new hospital wing.
