grounding

WORDNET DICTIONARY

grounding(n = noun.cognition) foundation - education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge; "he lacks the foundation necessary for advanced study"; "a good grounding in mathematics"

is a kind of education

grounding(n = noun.act) earthing - fastening electrical equipment to earth; Array

is a kind of attachment, fastening

Derived form verb ground₁₁

grounding, n.

The act, method, or process of laying a groundwork or foundation. [1913 Webster]
Elementary instruction; instruction in the basic concepts of a topic or skill. [PJC]
The act or process of applying a ground, as of color, to wall paper, cotton cloth, etc.; a basis. [1913 Webster]

grounding, n. basic training or instruction in a subject.

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