Earthling

English

/ˈɜːθ.lɪŋ/, /ˈɝθ.lɪŋ/

noun
Definitions
  • (especially) A sentient being who's a member of a species native to Earth.
  • (LGBT) A lesbian woman.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English *erthling inherited from Old English yrþling suffix from English earth, Earth.

Origin

English

Earth

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