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earthborn

/ˈɜːrθbɔːrn/

ADJECTIVE

1. Born or originating on Earth

Having been born, created, or originating on the planet Earth, rather than coming from another planet, a supernatural realm, or a celestial origin.

1.1. Living beings and biological origin

Describes humans, animals, or other living creatures that originate from Earth or belong to its natural biological world.

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  • extraterrestrial
  • alien
  • celestial
  • supernatural
  • unearthly
  • ethereal

Examples

  • The ancient legend spoke of powerful creatures believed to be earthborn.
  • In the fantasy novel, the hero was a courageous and noble earthborn.
  • Every earthborn species depends on the planet's natural ecosystems.

Related Words

  • organism
  • humanity
  • life-form
  • species
  • biology
  • evolution
  • terrestrial life
  • biosphere

1.2. Physical and material existence

Describes something belonging to the physical, bodily, or material world, especially in contrast with spiritual, divine, or supernatural existence.

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Examples

  • The artist's inspiration seemed almost earthborn, drawn from nature itself.
  • The story explores the tension between earthborn desires and spiritual aspirations.
  • Human beings experience both physical and spiritual dimensions of existence.

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1.3. Natural and earthly origin

Describes something that arises naturally from the Earth or belongs to the ordinary natural world rather than being created or originating in a supernatural or celestial realm.

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Examples

  • A sense of connection to the land made her feel truly earthborn.
  • The delicate flowers blooming in the garden were a testament to the beauty of all things earthborn.
  • The legend described an ancient power that was entirely earthborn rather than supernatural.

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