Groundskeeping: meaning, definitions and examples

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groundskeeping

 

[ ˈɡraʊndzˌkiːpɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in sports

The activity or job of keeping a sports field or pitch in good condition, especially by cutting the grass, marking the lines, etc.

Synonyms

field maintenance, pitch care, turf management

Examples of usage

  • Groundskeeping is essential for maintaining a safe and playable field for athletes.
  • The groundskeeping crew works tirelessly to ensure the soccer field is in top condition for the upcoming match.
Context #2 | Noun

in gardening

The practice of maintaining the grounds of a garden, park, or estate, including tasks such as planting, weeding, and pruning.

Synonyms

gardening, horticulture, landscaping

Examples of usage

  • Groundskeeping in the botanical garden involves a variety of tasks to keep the plants healthy and vibrant.
  • The groundskeeping staff takes pride in the beautifully landscaped grounds surrounding the historic estate.

Translations

Translations of the word "groundskeeping" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manutenção de terrenos

🇮🇳 मैदान की देखभाल

🇩🇪 Geländepflege

🇮🇩 pemeliharaan lahan

🇺🇦 догляд за територією

🇵🇱 utrzymanie terenów

🇯🇵 敷地管理

🇫🇷 entretien des terrains

🇪🇸 mantenimiento de terrenos

🇹🇷 alan bakımı

🇰🇷 부지 관리

🇸🇦 صيانة الأراضي

🇨🇿 údržba pozemků

🇸🇰 údržba pozemkov

🇨🇳 场地维护

🇸🇮 vzdrževanje zemljišč

🇮🇸 umhirða lands

🇰🇿 жерді күту

🇬🇪 ტერფის მოვლა

🇦🇿 torpaq baxımı

🇲🇽 mantenimiento de terrenos

Word origin

The term 'groundskeeping' originated in the 19th century, derived from the combination of 'grounds' (referring to the land or area) and 'keeping' (indicating the act of maintaining). Initially used in the context of sports fields, it later expanded to include garden and park maintenance. Groundskeeping has become a vital aspect of sports and outdoor spaces, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics.

See also: background, ground, groundbreaker, groundbreakers, groundbreaking, grounded, grounding, groundless, groundlessly, groundling, grounds, groundskeeper, groundsman, groundwork, underground.