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

Examples of in-ground in a Sentence

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On property, there are in-ground firepits, a log cabin clubhouse with games like pingpong and pool, an old-fashioned general store for supplies, and a playground and dog park. Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025 The backyard oasis boasts a sparkling in-ground pool and expansive patio, perfect for embracing the California lifestyle. David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 1 Mar. 2025 Do keep the plants moist and apply a slow-release fertilizer product in March, May and early October to in-ground sites. Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2025 Charlotte’s first in-ground swimming pool was located at the house, The Observer reported in 1992. Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for in-ground

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 9 Mar. 2025.

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inground

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