above-ground

[US]/[əˈbʌɪv ˈɡraʊnd]/
[UK]/[əˈbaɪv ˈɡraʊnd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Located or situated on the surface of the ground.; Existing or operating above the ground.
n.An above-ground structure, such as a swimming pool or storage unit.

Phrases & Collocations

above-ground pool

above-ground storage

above-ground cable

above-ground parking

above-ground line

above-ground structure

above-ground tank

going above-ground

above-ground system

installed above-ground

Example Sentences

we installed an above-ground pool in the backyard for the summer.

the above-ground storage tank held a large volume of water.

the utility lines were buried below the above-ground landscaping.

an above-ground greenhouse provided a warm environment for the plants.

the above-ground parking lot was convenient for shoppers.

they built an above-ground bunker for protection during the storm.

the above-ground irrigation system watered the garden efficiently.

we prefer above-ground planters for their easy portability.

the above-ground electrical wiring was exposed and needed repair.

the city has many above-ground pedestrian walkways.

an above-ground pipeline transports oil across the state.

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