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陆地的, 陆生的
related to or living on land, rather than in the sea or air
- The exploration team is studying both marine and terrestrial ecosystems on the island.
探险队正在研究岛上的海洋和陆地生态系统。
- While dolphins and whales dominate the oceans, lions and elephants are among the kings of terrestrial habitats.
虽然海豚和鲸鱼主宰着海洋，但狮子和大象是陆地栖息地的王者之一。
- The terrestrial ecosystem of the Amazon rainforest supports a vast diversity of plant and animal species.
亚马逊雨林的陆地生态系统支持着种类繁多的动植物物种。
- Unlike their aquatic relatives, terrestrial turtles spend most of their lives on land, often in dry, sandy environments.
与它们的水生亲戚不同，陆生龟大部分时间生活在陆地上，通常在干燥、沙质的环境中。
- Scientists study terrestrial biomes to understand how different climates and terrains affect the distribution of land-based organisms.
科学家研究陆地生物群落以了解不同气候和地形如何影响陆地生物的分布。
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of or relating to the planet Earth or its inhabitants
- Terrestrial ecosystems provide habitat for countless species.
- Scientists study terrestrial life to understand biodiversity on Earth.
- Terrestrial pollution comes from human activities on land.
- The effects of climate change on terrestrial environments are severe.
- Terrestrial resources are essential for human survival.
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(of a planet) similar in size, composition, or structure to Earth, typically referring to the four inner planets of the Solar System
- Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars are terrestrial planets.
- Scientists study terrestrial exoplanets for signs of habitability.
- Unlike gas giants, terrestrial planets have solid rocky surfaces.
- The newly discovered planet is classified as terrestrial due to its rocky composition.
- Terrestrial planets tend to have thin atmospheres compared to giant planets.
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earthly as opposed to heavenly
- The philosopher pondered terrestrial concerns versus spiritual ones.
- Terrestrial matters often distract people from higher ideals.
- The story contrasts terrestrial wealth with celestial wisdom.
- Our senses perceive only terrestrial objects, not the stars' divine nature.
- Art often explores the tension between terrestrial life and the sublime.
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focused on worldly or human affairs
- Unlike the mystic, he remained grounded in terrestrial affairs.
- The book examined both spiritual and terrestrial priorities.
- Terrestrial concerns include taxes, work, and family obligations.
- She balanced her ambitions with terrestrial realities.
- Politicians must consider both moral and terrestrial consequences.
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(of a television or radio channel) operating using ground-based transmission stations rather than satellites
- The show airs on all terrestrial channels in the country.
- Terrestrial broadcasting requires transmitters located on the ground.
- Viewers in rural areas often rely on terrestrial television signals.
- Terrestrial radio remains popular despite the rise of satellite stations.
- The network launched a new terrestrial channel for local programming.