non-terrestrial
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/nɒn-təˈrɛstriəl/
(terrestrial)
earth-related
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-terrestrial' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'terrestrial' from Latin 'terrestris', meaning 'of the earth'.
Historical Evolution
'Terrestris' transformed into the English word 'terrestrial', and with the addition of the prefix 'non-', it became 'non-terrestrial'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'terrestris' meant 'of the earth', but with the prefix 'non-', it evolved to mean 'not of the earth'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not originating from or related to Earth.
The scientists are studying non-terrestrial life forms.
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Last updated: 2025/01/23 22:26