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terrestrial
adjective(ter-res-tri-al)
concerned with the world or worldly matters
Synonyms: mundane,
Examples:
He developed an immense terrestrial practicality.
terrestrial
adjective(ter-res-tri-al)
of this earth
Synonyms: sublunar, sublunary,
Examples:
The nearest to an angelic being that treads this terrestrial ball.
terrestrial
adjective(ter-res-tri-al)
of or relating to or characteristic of the planet Earth or its inhabitants
Synonyms: planetary,
Examples:
This terrestrial ball.
terrestrial
adjective(ter-res-tri-al)
of or relating to or inhabiting the land as opposed to the sea or air
Synonyms: tellurian, telluric, terrene,
terrestrial
adjective(ter-res-tri-al)
operating or living or growing on land
Antonyms: amphibious, aquatic,

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