Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

earthbound

adjective

/ˈɜːrθˌbaʊnd/

Definition

Restricted to or limited by the earth; not able to leave the earth’s atmosphere.

Examples

The earthbound creature struggled to adapt to life in the water.
While the astronaut floated freely in space, his thoughts often drifted back to his earthbound friends.
The novel’s characters remained earthbound, grappling with issues of reality and their limitations.

Meaning

The term refers to beings, objects, or concepts that are confined to the earth, whether physically or metaphorically. It often conveys a sense of being grounded or restricted in movement.