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terrestrial

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Noun

  1. A ground-dwelling plant.
  2. Alternative letter-case form of Terrestrial (“Inhabitant of Earth”).
  3. An inhabitant of the planet Earth.

Adjective

  1. Of, relating to, or inhabiting the land of the Earth or its inhabitants, earthly.
  2. Of, relating to, or composed of land.
  3. Living or growing in or on land (as opposed to other habitat); not aquatic, etc.
  4. Of a planet, being composed primarily of silicate rocks or metals; see also terrestrial planet.
  5. Concerned with the world or worldly matters.
  6. Of or pertaining to the second highest degree of glory.
  7. Broadcast using radio waves as opposed to satellite or cable.

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