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Greek & Latin Roots
Lesson 29 terr, terra, geo
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| extraterrestrial | (adj) out of this world; above and beyond what is found on planet Earth |
| geode | (n) a hollow stone found on the earth that is lined on the inside with crystals |
| geographer | (n) a person who studies the regions of the earth, including the climates and natural resources |
| geography | (n) the science of the earth that deals with the regions or places on the planet's surface |
| geology | (n) the study of the earth, specifically rocks and the planet's crust |
| mediterranean | (adj) almost or completely surrounded by land |
| subterranean | (adj) under the surface of the earth; underground |
| terra cotta | (n) baked earth; hard, brownish-red pottery |
| terrace | (n) a raised, flat mound of earth (dirt) that looks like a platform with sloping sides |
| territory | (n) an area, region, or piece of land |