earth-goddess
- noun
- /ˈɜrθ ˈɡɒdɪs/
- Literature
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diosa de la tierra
- In many ancient cultures, the earth-goddess was revered as the source of life and abundance.
Examples
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The festival was held in honor of the earth-goddess to ensure a bountiful harvest.
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Mythologies around the world feature different versions of an earth-goddess, each with unique attributes and stories.
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The earth-goddess was worshipped by ancient cultures.
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Many stories feature an earth-goddess who protects nature.
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In many ancient cultures, the earth-goddess was revered as the source of life and abundance.
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The festival was held in honor of the earth-goddess to ensure a bountiful harvest.
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Mythologies around the world feature different versions of an earth-goddess, each with unique attributes and stories.
Synonyms
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A Greek goddess who is the earth and mother of the Titans
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9.9
A Roman goddess of the earth who protects marriage and helps crops grow
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A Greek goddess who is the Earth and mother of the Titans
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The Greek earth goddess who is mother of Cronus and the Titans
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A female spirit who is linked to the earth and helps plants grow
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A female spirit who represents the Earth and gives life and fertility
A figure in modern spiritual beliefs who represents Earth as a caring mother
A god who cares for the earth and helps plants grow
A god connected to the land and plants who helps crops grow
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Earth-goddess combines earth ('land' or 'soil') and goddess ('female god'), so it literally names a female god of the land. That's why an earth-goddess is seen as the source of fertility, plants, and good harvests.