terrestrial
01
陆地的, 陆生的
related to or living on land, rather than in the sea or air
例子
While dolphins and whales dominate the oceans, lions and elephants are among the kings of terrestrial habitats.
虽然海豚和鲸鱼主宰着海洋，但狮子和大象是陆地栖息地的王者之一。
02
of or relating to the planet Earth or its inhabitants
例子
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
例子
Scientists study terrestrial exoplanets for signs of habitability.
04
earthly as opposed to heavenly
例子
Terrestrial matters often distract people from higher ideals.
05
focused on worldly or human affairs
例子
The book examined both spiritual and terrestrial priorities.
06
(of a television or radio channel) operating using ground-based transmission stations rather than satellites
例子
Terrestrial broadcasting requires transmitters located on the ground.
词汇树
semiterrestrial
terrestrially
terrestrial
