Definition

Wood that has been processed by grinding to create pulp for making paper or board.

Example

The factory uses groundwood to produce high-quality paper products.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of groundwood in paper production?

Yeah, I read that it's used to make certain types of paper, right?

Exactly! It’s interesting how they use groundwood to create pulp.

I find it fascinating how much goes into making the paper we use every day.

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Root Explanation

Groundwood is formed from "ground" (from Old English "grund", meaning the bottom or surface of the earth) and "wood" (from Old English "wudu", meaning tree or wood). The term refers to wood that has been ground into a pulp or powder, often used in paper production.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'ground' as the surface of the earth and 'wood' as the material from trees — together, groundwood refers to wood that has been processed from trees into a ground form.

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