English Explanatory Dictionary

break new ground

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To begin excavating and levelling earth for a new building, or, originally, for cultivation.
  2. To initiate a new venture, especially something never before attempted; to advance or innovate.

Word forms

break new ground breaks new ground breaking new ground broke new ground broken new ground

Related words

break ground
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