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terrestrial Definition and Meaning in English (terrestrial definition)

adjective
Synonyms:earthlytellurianmundane
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Terrestrial definition: Relating to the Earth or its inhabitants, as opposed to other planets or the sky.

Definitions of Terrestrial

  1. 1adjective

    Relating to the Earth or its inhabitants, as opposed to other planets or the sky.

  2. 2adjective

    Of or relating to land as distinct from air or water.

Example Sentences

“Most terrestrial animals breathe air.”

“The rover is designed to study the terrestrial geology of Mars.”

“We are searching for terrestrial life forms beyond Earth.”

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Terrestrial definition: Relating to the Earth or its inhabitants, as opposed to other planets or the sky.
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