lay the groundwork/foundation

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Definition of lay the groundwork/foundation

: to provide the right conditions

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groundwork play

: foundation, basis

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foundation play

: the act of founding
: a basis (such as a tenet, principle, or axiom) upon which something stands or is supported
: funds given for the permanent support of an institution : endowment

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