ground-based

adjective

Pronunciation: ˈɡraʊndˌbeɪst

Definition

Located, operated, or situated on the surface of the Earth rather than in space or at sea.

Examples

• The military relies on a network of ground-based radar stations to track incoming aircraft.

• Ground-based observations provide a clearer view of certain atmospheric phenomena than satellite data.

• The new missile defense system uses ground-based interceptors to protect the region.

Synonyms of ground-based

Words with a similar meaning to ground-based:

• land-based
• terrestrial

Antonyms of ground-based

Words with the opposite meaning to ground-based:

• space-based
• sea-based

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