English Word · Advanced
groundage
A port charge paid by a ship for the space it occupies
Pronunciation: /ˈɡraʊndɪdʒ/
Meaning
A port charge paid by a ship for the space it occupies.
Example
The harbour charged groundage for the three days the vessel remained in port.
The harbour charged groundage for the three days the vessel remained in port.
Practice tips
- Practice groundage out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.