variants or less commonly inground
: built into the ground
an in-ground pool

Examples of in-ground in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Be sure to sit on the patio to enjoy the soothing sounds of an in-ground water fountain display and the majestic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which are graced by colorful sunsets in the evening. Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2024 Here the landscaping around the in-ground pool is the focal point. James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 7 July 2024 Additional amenities include a basketball court, a spa, an in-ground pool with waterfall and a loggia with a barbecue, bar and pizza oven. Raven Brunner, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2024 The initial phase entails building the ice cream shop, coffee shop, parking facilities and lawn space with in-ground fire pits. Angelika Ytuarte, Journal Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for in-ground 

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Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in-ground was in 1969

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“In-ground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in-ground. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

inground

adjective
in·​ground ˈin-ˌgrau̇nd How to pronounce inground (audio)
: built into the ground
an inground pool
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