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Definition terrestrial in British English

terrestrial adjective

adjective
/təˈrestriəl/
1

existing on the Earth, or happening on the Earth, instead of in the sky or sea. Things that are from other planets are extraterrestrial.

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2

terrestrial television consists of programmes that are not broadcast by cable or satellite

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Definition terrestrial in British English