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geo, terra, ter
Unit 4, Week 6: geo, terra, ter = land, earth (Week of 2-17-15)
Term | Definition |
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extraterrestrial | n. existing or coming from somewhere outside Earth and its atmosphere |
geocaching | n. the recreational activity of hunting for a hidden object by means of GPS location |
geographer | n. one who studies geography or the layout of the Earth |
4. geology | n. the study of the structure of the Earth or another planet, especially its rocks, soil, and minerals, and its history and origins |
subterranean | n. existing or situated below ground level |
terrain | -n. ground or a piece of land seen in terms of its surface features or general physical character, especially for crossing it or using it for military purposes |
terrarium | n. an enclosure that is used for keeping or observing small land animals or reptiles such as lizards in a simulated natural environment on Earth |
terrene | n. of or relating to Earth; earthly |
terrine | n. an earthenware dish for cooking and serving food |
territory | n. a geographic area that is owned and controlled by a government or country |