Meaning of earthly | Babel Free

Definitions

1. That which is of the earth or earthly; a terrestrial being.
   collective, in-plural
2. ground; land; earth
3. Relating to the earth or this world, as opposed to heaven; terrestrial
4. A slightest chance (of success etc.) or idea (about something).
   UK, colloquial
5. Used for emphasis
6. land, ground
7. Made of earth; earthy
8. grounds
9. That which is of the earth or earthly; a terrestrial being
10. pitch
11. A slightest chance (of success etc.) or idea (about something)

Equivalents

Examples

“He claims that the book directs the believer to let go of the earthly and await God's kingdom in the heavenly.”

“So, let all earthlies and celestials wait / Upon Thy royal state! / Sleep, sleep, my kingly One!”

“He arched his eyebrows over the summons. "The poor devil has not an earthly!" said he. "He's lucky to have a summons. Usually they act on a warrant."”

“‘Then I didn't have a chance when I stood you a drink?’ I said. ‘Not an earthly!’ she said and laughed; but when I left she kissed me good-night.”

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