earth

/ˈɜːθ/

/ˈɝθ/

Earth

a big round ball covered in land and water, on which we all live

synonyms : earth

the solid part of the earth's surface

synonyms : dry land

the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface

synonyms : ground

a tunnel or hole dug underground by some animals, such as badgers, foxes, rabbits, or moles, for shelter and protection

the concerns of this life as distinguished from heaven and the afterlife

the abode of mortals (as contrasted with Heaven or Hell)

synonyms : earth

once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles)

a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage)

synonyms : ground

to earth

MAIN VERB

connect to the earth

hide in the earth like a hunted animal

Examples

1. I had experienced the heaven on earth.

2. The Earth has diverse ecosystems, ranging from forests to deserts.

3. We spent our vacation in a real heaven on earth.

4. We live on planet Earth, which is our home.