Earthling
(noun)
A person from the planet Earth.
Origin:
Earthling is a combination of the word "earth" and the suffix "-ling" which means a person from a particular place or of a particular type.
Examples:
- The alien was fascinated by the earthlings and their technology.
- As an earthling, it is our responsibility to take care of the planet.
- Earthlings have a unique ability to love and create art.
- The astronaut felt homesick for his fellow earthlings.
- Many earthlings are not aware of the impact their actions have on the environment.