Earthen Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations
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earthen
[ĖÉĖrĪøÉn ]
Definitions
material
made of earth; consisting of or resembling earth
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The house had an earthen floor.
- She used an earthen pot to plant flowers.
- The walls were painted in an earthen color.
Translations
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Origin of 'earthen'
The word 'earthen' originated from Middle English 'erthen', from Old English 'eorthen', which is related to 'earth'. It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe things made of earth or connected with the earth. The term reflects the ancient human connection to the natural world and the materials found in the earth.
See also: earth, earthenware, earthing, earthling, earthly, earthmover, earthquake, earthworm, earthy, unearth, unearthing.