What does EARTH mean?

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Noun

Definitions

1. The planet third in order of distance from the sun, between Venus and Mars; the world on which we live.
2. The substance of the land surface; soil.

Pronunciations

• US: /ɜrθ/
• UK: /əːθ/

Origin and Usage

The word "earth" originated from the Old English word "eorþe" which means "ground, soil, dry land". It has been used to refer to the planet we live on since the Middle English period. In addition to its astronomical meaning, "earth" is also used to refer to the substance of the land surface, especially in relation to agriculture and construction.

Synonyms

• Planet
• Globe
• Terra
• Soil
• Ground

Related Words

• Water
• Flora
• Fauna
• Stone
• Dusts

Example Sentences

• Scientists have been studying the Earth for centuries.
• The farmer plowed the earth to prepare for planting.