earthy
adjective
Simple meaning
Resembling dirt or soil.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɝθi
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Definition
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adjective
Resembling dirt or soil (i.e. earth).
Of or consisting of or resembling earth
Like or resembling the earth or of the earth.
Covered with earth (mud, dirt).
Down-to-earth, not artificial, natural.
figurative
Coarse and unrefined, crude.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Primarily written
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Of or belonging to or characteristic of this earth as distinguished from heaven.
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