adjective
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made of baked clay
an earthen pot
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made of earth
Etymology
Origin of earthen
1175–1225; Middle English erthen, Old English eorthen. See earth, -en 2
Example Sentences
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They constructed a 35-mile earthen berm around the city in an attempt to encircle its one million residents.
Next to the ruptured dam, another earthen wall is being built in preparation for the resumption of mining operations, according to government officials.
In August, satellite imagery showed a series of extensive earthen walls being constructed around the city, aimed at trapping people inside.
From BBC
It smells like a kitchen — earthen, dry, airy with a hint of spice and pepper.
From Los Angeles Times
Research showed the RSF had finished building an earthen wall around el-Fasher, bolstering their siege and making it even harder for civilians to escape.
From BBC
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