the terrestrial sphere
Definitions
The planet Earth considered as a physical body or globe.
The world as the habitat of human beings and other living organisms.
Examples
Scientists are studying how climate change is impacting the biodiversity of the terrestrial sphere.
From the vantage point of the space station, the terrestrial sphere appeared as a fragile blue marble suspended in the void.
Synonyms
Antonyms
the celestial sphere the heavens outer space the cosmos the firmament