earthward

[urth-werd]

adverb

Also earth·wards. toward the earth.

adjective

directed toward the earth.

Origin of earthward

First recorded in 1350–1400, earthward is from the Middle English word ertheward. See earth, -ward

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Examples from the Web for earthwards

Historical Examples of earthwards

I turned to get the sheds beneath me, and three foot-treads sent as many bombs chasing each other earthwards.
The Sequel
George A. Taylor
That doubtful wind keeps yours suspended in a graceful minuet; its pace is accelerated—but earthwards!
The Daisy Chain
Charlotte Yonge

British Dictionary definitions for earthwards

earthwards

earthward

adverb

towards the earth

earthward

adjective

directed towards the earth

adverb

a variant of earthwards

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