Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
terra-firma
noun
/ˌtɛrə ˈfɜr.mə/
Definition
The solid ground or land, especially as opposed to the sea or air.
Examples
- The hikers finally found some terra-firma after days of traversing marshlands.
- He felt a sense of relief as his feet touched the terra-firma after a long boat journey.
Meaning
The term ‘terra-firma’ refers to the dry land as opposed to water or air, emphasizing stability and security.
Synonyms
- land
- ground
- earth
- solid ground
