the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on
a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage)
the concerns of this life as distinguished from heaven and the afterlife
the solid part of the earth's surface
the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface
connect to the earth
hide in the earth like a hunted animal
once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles)
the abode of mortals (as contrasted with Heaven or Hell)
throw or toss with a light motion
the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth