Land

Definition

Land is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to the part of the Earth's surface that is not covered by water, often used to describe terrain, property, or a country. As a verb, it means to come to rest on the ground or to achieve a specific outcome or position.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /lænd/
• Respelling: LAND

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /lænd/
• Respelling: LAND

Etymology

The word "land" originates from Old English "land" or "lond," meaning "ground, soil, or territory." It is derived from Proto-Germanic "landą," which has cognates in other Germanic languages, such as Old Norse "land" and Gothic "landa," and ultimately stems from Proto-Indo-European "lendh-" meaning "land or heath."

Derivatives

• Landowner (noun)
• Landlord (noun)
• Landmark (noun)
• Landing (noun)
• Landless (adjective)

Synonyms

• Ground
• Terrain
• Soil

Antonyms

• Sea
• Water
• None

Usage

The noun "land" is commonly used to describe property or territory, as in "The farmer owns a vast expanse of land." The verb "land" is used to describe the action of reaching the ground, such as "The plane landed safely," or achieving a goal, as in "She landed her dream job."

Related Terms

• Terrain: A stretch of land, especially regarding its physical features.
• Property: Land or real estate owned by an individual or entity.
• Territory: A defined area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The solid part of the Earth's surface: Refers to any area not covered by water.
  • Example: "After days at sea, they finally reached land."
• A specific area of ground, property, or country: Refers to an owned or designated area.
  • Example: "They purchased a plot of land to build their home."
• Soil or terrain suitable for farming or building: Refers to the quality of the ground.
  • Example: "This land is fertile and perfect for agriculture."

Verb

• To come to rest on the ground: Refers to the act of descending to the Earth's surface.
  • Example: "The bird landed on the branch."
• To achieve a goal or secure a position: Refers to success or accomplishment.
  • Example: "He landed a spot on the team."
• To deliver a blow or hit effectively: Refers to striking a target.
  • Example: "She landed a punch on her opponent."