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:

  1. The alien was fascinated by the earthlings and their technology.
  2. As an earthling, it is our responsibility to take care of the planet.
  3. Earthlings have a unique ability to love and create art.
  4. The astronaut felt homesick for his fellow earthlings.
  5. Many earthlings are not aware of the impact their actions have on the environment.
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