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terrestrial
01
terrestrisch, landbezogen
related to or living on land, rather than in the sea or air
Beispiele
The exploration team is studying both marine and terrestrial ecosystems on the island.
Das Erkundungsteam untersucht sowohl marine als auch terrestrische Ökosysteme auf der Insel.
While dolphins and whales dominate the oceans, lions and elephants are among the kings of terrestrial habitats.
Während Delfine und Wale die Ozeane beherrschen, gehören Löwen und Elefanten zu den Königen der terrestrischen Lebensräume.
02
of or relating to the planet Earth or its inhabitants
Beispiele
Terrestrial ecosystems provide habitat for countless species.
Scientists study terrestrial life to understand biodiversity on Earth.
03
(of a planet) similar in size, composition, or structure to Earth, typically referring to the four inner planets of the Solar System
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Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars are terrestrial planets.
Scientists study terrestrial exoplanets for signs of habitability.
04
earthly as opposed to heavenly
Beispiele
The philosopher pondered terrestrial concerns versus spiritual ones.
Terrestrial matters often distract people from higher ideals.
05
focused on worldly or human affairs
Beispiele
Unlike the mystic, he remained grounded in terrestrial affairs.
The book examined both spiritual and terrestrial priorities.
06
(of a television or radio channel) operating using ground-based transmission stations rather than satellites
Beispiele
The show airs on all terrestrial channels in the country.
Terrestrial broadcasting requires transmitters located on the ground.
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semiterrestrial
terrestrially
terrestrial
