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terrestrial

/təˈres.tri.əl/

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adjective

/təˈres.tri.əl/C1formalscientific
  • ruОтносящийся к Земле или суше; используется для описания вещей, которые живут на суше или происходят с суши, а не из воды или воздуха.

Relating to the Earth or land; used to describe things that live on or originate from land rather than water or air.

  1. Relating to landB2formalscientific

    Of or relating to the land, as opposed to the sea or air.

    ruНаземный

    • Terrestrial animals include mammals and reptiles.
    • The study focused on terrestrial ecosystems.
    • Terrestrial habitats are different from aquatic ones.

    Synonymsearthlytelluriantelluricterrene

    Antonymsaerialaquaticcelestialmarine

  2. Relating to EarthB2formalscientific

    Of or relating to the planet Earth or its inhabitants.

    ruЗемной

    • Terrestrial life forms are adapted to Earth's gravity.
    • The terrestrial environment is constantly changing.
    • Scientists study terrestrial phenomena like earthquakes.

    Synonymsearthlytelluricterreneworldly

    Antonymsalienextraterrestrial

  3. Living on landB2formalscientific

    Operating, living, or growing on land.

    ruНаземный

    • Terrestrial plants have roots that anchor them in soil.
    • Many terrestrial birds build nests on the ground.
    • The terrestrial phase of the frog's life cycle begins after metamorphosis.

    Synonymsearthbound

    Antonymsaerialaquaticarborealmarineoceanic

  4. C1formal

    Concerned with the world or worldly matters, as opposed to spiritual or celestial.

    ruМирской

    • He focused on terrestrial affairs rather than religious ones.
    • The philosopher discussed terrestrial concerns like politics and economics.
    • Terrestrial ambitions often overshadow spiritual growth.

    Synonymsearthlymaterialmundaneseculartemporalworldly

    Antonymscelestialotherworldlyspiritual

  5. Of this earthC1formal

    Belonging to or characteristic of this world; earthly.

    ruЗемной

    • The concept of terrestrial paradise is found in many cultures.
    • Terrestrial pleasures are temporary compared to eternal ones.
    • He had a terrestrial view of human existence.

    Synonymsearthlymundanesublunarytelluriantelluricworldly

    Antonymscelestial

Forms
  • more terrestrial comparative form
  • most terrestrial superlative form
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