earth · noun /ɜrθ/
Word family
Nouns: earth
Adjectives: earthy, earthly, unearthly
Verbs: unearth
earth (PLANET)
B1 no plural the planet that we live on
Dictionary examples:
The Earth takes approximately 365 days to go round the Sun.
Swimming in a pool is the best place on Earth to be on a hot day like this.
Learner example:
I like it because it is the best football on Earth! (Key English Test; A2; Turkish)
earth (SUBSTANCE)
B2 U soil or ground
Dictionary example:
The ploughed earth looked rich and dark.
Learner example:
At the same time, the two sisters began to throw earth and stones. (First Certificate in English; B2; Italian)
how/what/why, etc. on earth?
C1 used when you are extremely surprised, confused, or angry about something
Dictionary example:
Why on earth didn't you tell me before?
Learner example:
How on earth can you have a coach without a toilet? (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Swedish)
