terrestrial

(eg. celtic, literal, metaphor )

terrestrial  /tə ˈrɛ stri əl/ ? Meaning of "terrestrial"

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Definition(s):

  1. (adj) of or relating to or inhabiting the land as opposed to the sea or air
  2. (adj) of or relating to or characteristic of the planet Earth or its inhabitants
  3. (adj) operating or living or growing on land
  4. (adj) concerned with the world or worldly matters
  5. (adj) of this earth

Synonym(s)

sublunary, mundane, planetary, tellurian, telluric, terrene

Antonyms(s)

aquatic

Usage(s):

  1. The Queen of Soul reigns supreme with a heavenly voice and terrestrial passion.
  2. For a while the needs of a newcomer, a voracious terrestrial primate, were accommodated.
  3. The service is supported by advertisements, just like terrestrial radio, or you can subscribe to an ad-free version.
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