variants or less commonly inground
: built into the ground
an in-ground pool

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Consistent watering is very important for garlic, especially for container gardening, as containers are naturally drier than in-ground garden beds. Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026 Keep an eye on the soil, particularly since pots tend to dry out faster than in-ground soil. Heather Bien, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026 Save on this top-selling in-ground fence system for pets to ensure safety and peace of mind. Trisha Easto, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026 On property is an in-ground pool with a waterfall, a tennis court and a 2-acre pond with a fountain. Matthew Glowicki, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in-ground

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First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of in-ground was in 1969

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“In-ground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in-ground. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.

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inground

adjective
in·​ground ˈin-ˌgrau̇nd How to pronounce inground (audio)
: built into the ground
an inground pool
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