Definition of "earthly" in Englisch

adjective

1. Relating to the earth or this world, as opposed to heaven; terrestrial.

   • earthly joys
   • The Garden of Earthly Delights

2. (negative, informal) Used for emphasis

3. (obsolete) Made of earth; earthy.

noun

1. (collective or in the plural) That which is of the earth or earthly; a terrestrial being.

2. (UK, colloquial) A slightest chance (of success etc.) or idea (about something).

adverb

1. in an earthly manner.