terrestrial
01
terrestrisk, kontinental
related to or living on land, rather than in the sea or air
Exempel
Unlike their aquatic relatives, terrestrial turtles spend most of their lives on land, often in dry, sandy environments.
Till skillnad från sina vattenlevande släktingar tillbringar landsköldpaddor större delen av sitt liv på land, ofta i torra, sandiga miljöer.
02
of or relating to the planet Earth or its inhabitants
Exempel
The effects of climate change on terrestrial environments are severe.
03
(of a planet) similar in size, composition, or structure to Earth, typically referring to the four inner planets of the Solar System
Exempel
The newly discovered planet is classified as terrestrial due to its rocky composition.
04
earthly as opposed to heavenly
Exempel
Our senses perceive only terrestrial objects, not the stars' divine nature.
05
focused on worldly or human affairs
Exempel
She balanced her ambitions with terrestrial realities.
06
(of a television or radio channel) operating using ground-based transmission stations rather than satellites
Exempel
Terrestrial radio remains popular despite the rise of satellite stations.
Lexikalt Träd
semiterrestrial
terrestrially
terrestrial
