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earthling Definition

earth·ling (ʉrt̸hliŋ)

noun

  1. a person who lives on the earth; human being: now used mainly in science fiction
  2. a worldly person

earthling Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • observe: To observe the Earthlings in their natural environment and gently poke fun at them.

Adjective modifier

  • fellow: If you want to keep your fellow Earthlings interested into the next century, I really do think you need to reform your libraries.
  • most: The ability whatever the will of the next Pope to make Catholic doctrine work for most earthlings looks very limited.
  • young: It's often easier for young earthlings to make their own pictures up before they try to see the shapes and constellations of the traditions.
earthling Quotes

I knew I was alone in a way that no earthling has ever been before.

—Collins, Michael