MORE AGROUND Meaning and
Definition
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"More aground" is a phrase used to describe a situation in which a vessel, typically a ship or boat, is stranded or stuck on a seabed or any other surface in shallow water. It indicates that the vessel is in a deeper state of grounding compared to being just "aground".
The term "aground" itself refers to the condition of a vessel when it runs or comes to rest on the ground or bottom of a body of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean. It signifies that the vessel is no longer floating freely and is firmly lodged on a submerged surface, impeding its ability to move or navigate.
When the vessel is described as being "more aground", it suggests that the degree of grounding has intensified or worsened. This could mean that the vessel has moved further or become more firmly lodged on the seabed due to changing tide levels, strong currents, or adverse weather conditions, making it even more challenging to refloat or maneuver.
The phrase "more aground" is often used in maritime contexts to communicate the seriousness of a vessel's stranded situation. It serves as a distinguishing factor to emphasize a higher level of inaccessibility or difficulty in freeing the vessel from its grounded position. Consequently, it implies an increased need for rescue or salvage operations to enable the safe recovery of the vessel and its passengers, as well as to prevent any potential ecological damage.
Common Misspellings for MORE AGROUND
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Etymology of MORE AGROUND
The word "aground" originated from the Old English word "ongrunder" or "ongrunnen", which meant "run aground" or "become stranded". The term is a combination of "a-" (a preposition indicating "on" or "in") and "ground" (the solid surface of the Earth or the bottom of a body of water). The addition of "more" to "aground" does not alter the etymology of the word "aground" itself, as "more" functions as an intensifier or comparative adjective. So, "more aground" means being even further or more completely stranded or stuck on the ground or bottom of a body of water.
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