Earth

/ɜːθ/

The meaning and definition of Earth, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To connect electrically to the earth.
    β€œThat noise is because the amplifier is not properly earthed.”
  2. To bury.
proper noun
  1. The third planet of the Solar System; the world upon which humans live.
  2. The personification of the Earth or earth, as a fertile woman or goddess.

Definitions from the Free Dictionary API

Synonyms ground Mother Earth Sol III Terra globe world

Origin

From Middle English erthe, from Old English eorΓΎe.

Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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