Definitions

1. verb

to cover or make with earth

“The artist earthened the sculpture, making it blend with the surroundings.”

2. adjective

made of earth; composed of or resembling earth

“The earthen walls of the cave were damp and musty.”

3. noun

the material of which the earth is composed

“The geologist studied the properties of the earthen sample.”

4. noun

the surface or ground of the earth

“The hikers traversed the earthen terrain with caution.”